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August 19, 2025Open Access

Prevalence and risk factors associated with soil-transmitted helminth infections among school-age children in Hai District

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JMJohnson Matowo

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Cross-sectional study reveals 1.2% prevalence of STH infections in primary children in Hai District, indicating links to undernutrition and anaemia.

Key Points

  • The prevalence of soil-transmitted helminth infections among school-age children was found to be 1.2%.
  • Significant associations were noted between STH infections and underweight, with an odds ratio of 3.39.
  • Logistic regression analysis assessed various socio-demographic and nutritional factors impacting child health outcomes.
  • Findings underscore the necessity for enhanced preventive strategies against STH infections and related conditions.

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Johnson Matowo (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af33e9cf1dd9ea359e91c7https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7273412/v1
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