João Ronaldo Tavares de Vasconcellos Neto, Vitor Sena Reis, Kemile Vitoria Araujo Santos, Maria Alice de Almeida Rios Oliveira, Yan Augusto Mota de Oliveira Cerqueira, Paula Gabriela de Oliveira Gomes, Maria Clara Alves Sena & Carolaine Trabuco Pereira·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2025
Introduction: The contamination of food by intestinal helminths poses a significant public health challenge, especially in regions where sanitary conditions are poor. This study addresses the prevalence of parasites in leafy vegetables sold in markets and street fairs. Objective:...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2025/v8i1209
Schistosomiasis is a major disease of public health concern and is responsible for approximately 280,000 deaths in sub-Saharan Africa. After malaria and intestinal helminthiasis, schistosomiasis is the third most devastating tropical disease in the world, with high morbidity and...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2025/v8i1208
Background: Leishmaniasis is a vector-borne disease caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Leishmania, transmitted primarily through the bite of infected sandflies. It manifests in various forms, including cutaneous, mucocutaneous, and visceral leishmaniasis, each presenting...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2025/v8i1207
Ekpenyong, Victor Ekpenyong, Ukpong, Iniodu George, Ikika, Patricia Edodi, Owali, Innocent Ogban, Etta, Eme Effiong & Omini, Arit Usang·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2024
Background: Proper sanitation and hygiene are crucial drivers of human development. Objective: To determine the sanitation status of Cross River University of Technology female hostels, using Ascaris lumbricoides as an indicator. Methodology: This is a cross-sectional observation...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2024/v7i4206
Suraya M. Mohammed, Delilah Nonterah, Ruhaima Abukari, Ummul-Kulsum Issahaku, Jelila Mumuni, Suweiba Hamidu, Fati Labaran, Habib Mahama, Nixsion A. Niadawe, Karima Mohammed, Ramatu Akunvane, Manzuk Ebenezer, Seidu Balkisu, Issaka Zuwera, Abukari Nashiru & Alhassan Abdul-Rahaman·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2024
Introduction: Insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs) are proven malaria prevention tools, particularly for pregnant women who are at increased risk of malaria-related complications. In Ghana, malaria remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among pregnant women, makin...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2024/v7i4205
Aims: To evaluate the resistance of Culex mosquitoes in Zagaina, Gombe State, to commonly used insecticides, providing insights for managing insecticide resistance in disease vector control. Study Design: Cross-sectional susceptibility bioassay study. Place and Duration of Study:...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2024/v7i4204
Alexander Alif Nu'Man, Eni Mahawati, Andreas Wilson Setiawan, Aulia Fajrin Rahmadani, Magumi Avrora Iftita & Risti Citraningtyas·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2024
Background and Objective: Soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections are diseases caused by parasitic worms, including Ascaris lumbricoides, transmitted through contaminated soil. In Indonesia, STH infection is a significant public health issue, with prevalence rates ranging from...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2024/v7i4203
Background: Trichomonas vaginalis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae are two pathogens of public health importance, which are sexually transmitted, highly prevalent, underdiagnosed and affecting millions of people globally. This study was aimed at finding out the prevalence of T. vaginali...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2024/v7i4202
Escherichia coli (E. coli), is a Gram-negative rod known to be a member of the normal flora of both humans and animals. E. coli belong to the family of Enterobacteriaceae. It is characterized by its oxidase activity, motility, lactose, glucose and sucrose fermentation property. I...
Malaria parasite induces significant devastating changes in blood cell components causing enormous destruction of red blood cells. This study seeks to investigate the various haematological changes that could result from falciparum malaria infection in man. Haematological paramet...
Fasciolosis is an important helminth disease of livestock and other ruminants. This study investigated the prevalence of bovine fasciolosis in the Lilongwe and Salima districts in central Malawi. About 384 and 204 faecal samples were collected in Lilongwe and Salima districts res...
Lymphatic filariasis (LF) is endemic in Suru LGA with both acute and chronic clinical manifestations. An assessment of the knowledge, stigmatization and treatment methods used in the communities is necessary for success implementation of the control program. This study was aimed...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2024/v7i4198
Aim: This study presents the first effort at identifying the effects of both climatic and non-climatic factors on fascioliasis infection in slaughtered cattle at an abattoir in Sokoto state. Study Design: Two questionnaires were administered to elicit relevant information regardi...
Amina Umar Yuguda, Mahmud Yerima Iliyasu, Hadiza Mudi, Aisha Muhammad, Sam Mao Panda & Adamu Babayo Samaila·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2024
Background: Fascioliasis is one of the most prevalent and economically significant parasitic illnesses of domestic animals, particularly cattle, sheep, goats, and man. It is particularly widespread in countries with heavy cattle production especially places with low interest in v...
Aims: It investigated knowledge of dengue fever among biology students in college of education students in Enugu state. Methodology: A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study was 5773 biology students of colleges of education in E...