Prevalence of Leishmania infection in refugee camps: A serological and molecular study in Gambella and Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia.

Prevalence of Leishmania infection in refugee camps: A serological and molecular study in Gambella and Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia.

<h4>Background</h4>Leishmaniasis, transmitted by sandflies, causes a severe health threat in East African refugee camps. High mobility, poor conditions and limited healthcare access heighten the risk of visceral leishmaniasis (VL) among refugees. Though, data on infection prevalence is r...

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Main Authors: Habtamu Belay, Adugna Abera, Esayas Aklilu, Bortola Abdisa, Mahlet Belachew, Heven Sime, Myrthe Pareyn, Tesfahun Bishaw, Saskia van Henten, Johan van Griensven, Geremew Tasew, Berhanu Erko
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Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2025-07-01
Series:PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0013280
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