Investigators
Study information
- Research Area: NTDs
- Research type: Cross-sectional survey
- Start date: Feb 24, 2020
- End date: Nov 30, 2021
Study aim of the objectives
The aim this remapping is therefore to collect up-to-date countrywide prevalence data on schistosomiasis and STH at the smallest spatial scale (community level/ village –being the lower administrative entity in Rwanda) and in all age groups.
Specific objectives
1. To re-evaluate SCH&STH prevalence and intensity at village/community level, and further aggregate at district level
2. To model spatial patterns and clustering (identify “hot spots” and new endemic areas of SCH)
3. To evaluate the potential environmental and socio-economic risk factors for SCH and STH in communities
4. To map the population of snails: distribution and infectivity level
5. To identify areas for further operational research, elimination program and sentinel surveillance
Study setting/Area (Location)
Countrywide
Implementing institution
RBC & END Fund
Department/Division
MOPD-NTD unit
Impact on Policy
The findings from this study will help to identify most affected areas and proper direction of funds and effort.