Waterborne parasites in Uganda: A survey in Queen Elizabeth Protected Area
Celsus Sente,
Howard Onyuth,
Andrew Tamale
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundPathogenic waterborne protozoa and helminths have the potential to cause infections in vulnerable populations such as children and immunocompromised individuals. Those residing in close proximity to wildlife‐protected areas in sub‐Saharan Africa, who are among the most economically disadvantaged, may have an increased susceptibility to these infections. This study aimed at detecting protozoan trophozoites/cysts, and helminth eggs in environmental and piped tap water (PTW) used by locals and tourists … Show more
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