https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Schistosomiasis. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014202-fe05b2ef/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014202-fe05b2ef/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The work illustrates how genomic data can uncover hidden persistence and transmission patterns in multi-host parasite systems and may complement conventional epidemiological monitoring. Schistosomiasis Surveillance Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128936-0b54e812/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128936-0b54e812/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The modeling results suggest that integrating adult demographics into future immunization campaigns could optimize resource allocation and disease reduction in highly affected regions. Policymakers might consider these economic parameters when planning next-generation preventive tools against this parasitic infection. Schistosomiasis Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Treatment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-lanmic-2026-101356-7a20c805/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-lanmic-2026-101356-7a20c805/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT FGS is a neglected tropical disease that affects reproductive health in women and girls in schistosomiasis-endemic regions. Improved diagnosis and treatment strategies are needed to address this sex-specific manifestation of schistosome infection. Schistosomiasis Treatment Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-025-12474-1-9272ef51/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-025-12474-1-9272ef51/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The project is positioned as foundational work for population-based surveillance of praziquantel resistance in Schistosoma, with relevance to monitoring and mitigating persistent hotspots and to novel drugs in development. Schistosomiasis Surveillance Treatment Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013079-3d852e4e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013079-3d852e4e/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT The study demonstrates that adaptive multidisciplinary interventions can maintain very low schistosomiasis prevalence but may not achieve transmission interruption within a four-year period. Persistent and resurgent hotspots highlight that elimination efforts require sustained comprehensive intervention packages and broader investments in poverty reduction and water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure to achieve equity in global health. Schistosomiasis Climate and environment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-025-01285-w-a05a1f75/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-025-01285-w-a05a1f75/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The article is relevant to schistosomiasis control and research planning in Africa. It presents a policy- and program-oriented agenda aligned with broader 2030 neglected tropical disease goals. Schistosomiasis Filariasis Trachoma Surveillance Transmission dynamics Climate and environment One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-024-01233-0-eb926ae0/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-024-01233-0-eb926ae0/ Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT With expanded preventive chemotherapy targets now including all age groups at risk, and a gap between available praziquantel supply and demand, the demonstrated correlation between snail and human infection rates suggests that snail surveillance could serve as a complementary tool for rapid community-level endemicity assessment. The persistent high prevalence in endemic areas underscores the need for integrated control strategies. Schistosomiasis Surveillance Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-024-01223-2-9ee059af/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-024-01223-2-9ee059af/ Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT The pandemic diverted attention and funding from NTD research and development, straining weak healthcare systems in LMICs and creating delays that will have long-reaching consequences. Without significant recovery investment, NTD roadmap targets and milestones are unlikely to be met, highlighting the need for global cooperation and renewed investment. COVID-19 SARS Leprosy Rabies Schistosomiasis Malaria Cysticercosis Trachoma AIDS Taeniasis Surveillance Vaccination Treatment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-22-00221-3-4054579e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-22-00221-3-4054579e/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT The review is relevant to policy and program implementation because it describes guidance intended to improve control and support elimination efforts. It also frames the implications of expanded treatment coverage for public health practice. Schistosomiasis Health policy Climate and environment Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009175-b7660776/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009175-b7660776/ Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Ability to detect schistosome infections in snails or water is essential for control and elimination programs to succeed. Field testing, standardization, sequence verification, and improvements in target selection are needed for long-term programmatic success. Schistosomiasis Diagnostics Climate and environment Transmission dynamics Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009127-5b4c1ee5/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009127-5b4c1ee5/ Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT The study demonstrates that interruption of mass drug administration can lead to rapid recrudescence of urogenital schistosomiasis in hotspot areas. The authors recommend re-intensifying MDA plus additional interventions in hotspots and adapting strategies from mass administration to targeted surveillance-response in low-prevalence areas. Schistosomiasis Treatment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009017-b8a58681/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009017-b8a58681/ Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Schistosomiasis affects nearly 220 million people worldwide, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa. Current guidelines recommend 75% treatment coverage among school-aged children, yet many programs fall short. High sustained coverage is essential given the risk of reinfection. Schistosomiasis Treatment Climate and environment Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2018-08-018-725e0c8e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2018-08-018-725e0c8e/ Thu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT The eDNA approach enables identification of transmission hot spots and safe spots in endemic areas, offering an ecological tool for monitoring control programs and informing water safety to improve living standards in endemic regions. Schistosomiasis Climate and environment One Health Transmission dynamics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0006364-7ce42942/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0006364-7ce42942/ Mon, 02 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT The review addresses a potential approach to schistosomiasis control by providing water in which cercariae have been removed or inactivated, potentially reducing contact with infested water and reinfection or transmission. Schistosomiasis Treatment Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0003575-303d476e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0003575-303d476e/ Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT The article identifies urgent needs to expand surveillance activities and ensure mass drug administration for populations at risk for intestinal helminth infections, fluke infections, lymphatic filariasis, trachoma, and yaws, while referencing the ASEAN Network for Drugs, Diagnostics, Vaccines, and Traditional Medicines Innovation as a policy framework for developing new control tools. Malaria Dengue Leprosy Filariasis Leishmaniasis Japanese Encephalitis Leptospirosis Schistosomiasis Melioidosis Trachoma Enterovirus 71 infection Climate and environment Surveillance One Health Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0002460-a50bdac4/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0002460-a50bdac4/ Thu, 26 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT Water buffaloes are significant reservoirs driving human transmission of Asian schistosomiasis, a zoonotic disease affecting up to a million people. A transmission-blocking vaccine for buffaloes could support disease control efforts. Schistosomiasis Vaccination Transmission dynamics One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-2049-9957-2-15-755b29e5/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-2049-9957-2-15-755b29e5/ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT The authors conclude that addressing these research gaps within a short timeframe could enable elimination of all three diseases in mainland China. Malaria Echinococcosis Schistosomiasis Climate and environment Diagnostics Treatment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0001903-949053a3/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0001903-949053a3/ Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT The projections indicate that treatment frequency, continuity, adherence, and local transmission conditions may affect the duration of community-level prevalence suppression. The abstract describes ongoing surveillance and locally targeted intervention as components of the proposed control approach, but this evidence does not establish effectiveness in real-world programs. Schistosomiasis Transmission dynamics Treatment Climate and environment Surveillance Journal article