Schistosomiasis in Brazil: Preliminary results from a case study of a new focus

Abstract

Schistosomiasis, one of the most widespread parasitic diseases in the world, is increasing in incidence and prevalence. This increase has been linked to agricultural and water resource development programs. The primary purpose of this research is to examine the conditions which permit the disease to be transmitted within a new focus, Pentecoste, Ceará, Brazil.