Abstract:This study aimed to evaluate the positive rates for <i>Enterobius vermicularis</i> eggs among preschool children in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, the Republic of Korea (Korea) over a period of 5 years (2017-2021). Perianal swab samples, obtained using cellotape, from 10,392 preschool children in 26 districts were examined microscopically for <i>E. vermicularis</i> eggs. The test results were notified through the local health center, and the families of children who tested positive were advise… Show more
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