Sustained effectiveness of weekly iron-folic acid supplementation and regular deworming over 6 years in women in rural Vietnam

Casey, Gerard J.; Tinh, Ta Thi; Tien, Nong T; Hanieh, Sarah; Cavalli-Sforza, Luca Tommaso; Montresor, Antonio; Biggs, Beverley‐Ann

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“…In conclusion, the present study showed that the STH epidemiological situation in Bhutan with an initially high STH endemicity and after establishing a successful STH control programme, infection saw decline. A similar decline has been observed in several other countries like Sri Lanka [32], Nepal [20], Afghanistan [33], Vietnam [34], Myanmar [35] and Lao PDR [36]. WHO estimated that preventive chemotherapy intervention will globally avert in children over 900000 Disability Adjusted Life Years(DALYs) in 2020 [37].…”

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Soil-Transmitted Helminth infections reduction in Bhutan: A report of 29 years of deworming

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Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH) infections affect over 1.5 billion people worldwide. Although prevalent in all age groups, school aged children are a high-risk groups for STH infections. In Bhutan, epidemiological data on STH were collected from western Bhutan in 2003, which found a prevalence of 16.5%. However, little evidence is available on the prevalence of infection at national level. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim to assess the prevalence and intensity of STH infections, and identify significant correlates of STH among students. A school-based survey was conducted in three regions of Bhutan. Two-stage cluster sampling was adopted to select a sample of 1500 students from 24 schools, in equal proportion from three regions of the country. A total of 1456 (97%) students were interviewed and their stool sample examined for the presence of parasites. Mini-FLO-TAC technique was used to detect the parasite eggs/ova. The prevalence of any STH infection was 1.4%, with 0.8% Ascaris lumbricoides, 0.5% Trichuris trichiura and 0.2% hookworms. The eastern region had the highest prevalence at 2.3%. Except for one student who had moderate intensity of A. lumbricoides, the rest had light infection. Any STH presence was significantly associated with father's occupation, father's education level, type of house and the flooring of the house in which students reported to live. No significant associations were observed between water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) variables measured and presence of any STH infection. The prevalence of STH was found to be very low with primarily light intensity in this study. Nonetheless, it was also found that the sanitation situation is not ideal in the country, with several students reporting constant or partial open defecation leading to environmental contamination. Based on this prevalence and in line with the WHO guideline, it is recommended that deworming be reduced to once a year in combination with concerted health education on proper hygiene and sanitation practice.

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Soil-Transmitted Helminth infections reduction in Bhutan: A report of 29 years of deworming

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“…At the end of six years, 72.0 percent of participants reported still taking at least 75 percent of the weekly supplements, and 85.0 percent had taken the most recent deworming treatment. The results were dramatic; anemia fell from 37.8 percent to 14.3 percent, and hookworm prevalence dropped from 75.9 percent to 10.2 percent (Casey et al 2017). Although the cost per person was low ($0.76 per woman per year), the cost to the province of supplying weekly supplements ran as high as $200,000 a year-well beyond the provincial budget.…”

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Persistent Malnutrition in Ethnic Minority Communities of Vietnam: Issues and Options for Policy and Interventions

Mbuya¹,

Atwood²,

Phuong³

2019

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Books in this series are published to communicate the results of Bank research, analysis, and operational experience with the least possible delay. The extent of language editing varies from book to book. This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The World Bank, its Board of Executive Directors, or the governments they represent. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this work. The boundaries, colors, denominations, and other information shown on any map in this work do not imply any judgment on the part of The World Bank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement or acceptance of such boundaries. Nothing herein shall constitute or be considered to be a limitation upon or waiver of the privileges and immunities of The World Bank, all of which are specifically reserved.

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“…19 Sebuah hasil penelitian di Vietnam dimana pemberian obat cacing 2 kali setahun berhasil menurunkan prevalensi STH dari 83,7% menjadi 13,9% dalam kurun waktu 72 bulan/3 tahun. 21 Kegiatan intervensi, preventif dan promotif kecacingan berbasis sekolah dinyatakan efektif dan efisien baik dari sisi biaya maupun kesuksesan pengobatan karena adanya daya dukung dari pihak sekolah yang disegani oleh siswa. 11,22 Akan tetapi, tidak mengabaikan pula pentingnya intervensi, preventif dan promotif di lingkungan masyarakat umum atau di lingkungan desa khususnya lingkungan keluarga.…”

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Tingginya angka kecacingan pasca pengobatan massal filariasis (DEC dan Albendazole) di SDN Juku Eja Pagatan

Indriyati¹,

Annida²,

Fakhrizal³

2019

J. Health Epidemiol. Commun. Dis.

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Helminthiasis considered as "neglected diseases" because it doesn’t induce mortality, but impact on the human resources that can lead to "lost generation. The results of the study in 2008, found the prevalence of worm infection in SDN Juku Eja > 50% where the study was conducted at 3 months post-mass drug administration in it. Required periodic inspections to determine the update status of worm infection in SDN Juku Eja. Descriptive study with cross sectional design was held in SDN Juku Eja Pagatan Kusan Hilir subdistrict in February 2016 (four months after mass drug administration of filariasis in Tanah Bumbu. Population and sample were all students (grades 1-6) SDN Juku Eja Pagatan. 170 pots were distributed, 123 stool samples collected and examined using direct/native method, 102 positive samples (82.93%) consists of Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, Hookworm, Hymenolepis nana, Hymenolepis diminuta and Enterobius vermicularis. The high prevalence of helminthiasis in SDN Juku Eja riddling civil disobedience in consuming filariasis mass drug or albendazole dose is not able to heal helminthiasis due to the high intensity of helminthiasis. It is estimated that the high prevalence of helminthiasis at the Juku Eja village and the process of infection in the majority of the village so that the program intervention, preventive and promotional of helminthiasis is also need to be implemented at the village level.

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Sustained effectiveness of weekly iron-folic acid supplementation and regular deworming over 6 years in women in rural Vietnam

Cited by 20 publications

References 17 publications

Soil-Transmitted Helminth infections reduction in Bhutan: A report of 29 years of deworming

Soil-Transmitted Helminth infections reduction in Bhutan: A report of 29 years of deworming

Persistent Malnutrition in Ethnic Minority Communities of Vietnam: Issues and Options for Policy and Interventions

Tingginya angka kecacingan pasca pengobatan massal filariasis (DEC dan Albendazole) di SDN Juku Eja Pagatan

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