Analysis of schistosomiasis endemic situation in Jiangling County from 2004 to 2013 / 中国血吸虫病防治杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To analyze the schistosomiasis endemic situation and understand its transmission trend in Jiangling County from 2004 to 2013 so as to improving the schistosomiasis control. Methods The relevant data of schistosomiasis were collected and analyzed statistically in Jiangling county from 2004-2013. Results The human prevalence of schistosomiasis was decreased from 10.22%in 2004 to 0.63%in 2013 with the descend rate of 93.84% and the notable descend rate was 76.92%from 2009-2013. The cattle infection rate was decreased yearly from 7.59%in 2004 to 0 in 2013. The appearance rate of frames with living Oncomelaniahupensissnails and the infection rate of snails reduce by 17.53%and 100%respectively. Conclusions Af?ter 10?year control the endemic situation of schistosomiasis in Jiangling County decreases and is at a low level. However the risk factors of transmission still exist. Therefore the comprehensive control measures still should be enhanced continuously.