Mapping lymphatic filariasis morbidities in 24 endemic districts of Ethiopia through the health extension program
This study successfully mapped the geographical distribution of LF morbidities across 24 LF-endemic districts in Ethiopia, identifying a substantial number of lymphedema and hydrocele cases, particularly in rural areas where healthcare access is limited. The findings underscore the potential of Ethiopia's health extension program to identify affected individuals and ensure they receive necessary care. The findings inform targeted interventions and access to MMDP services, contributing to Ethiopia's goal of eliminating LF by 2027.
Authors
- Birhanu Oljira
- Fikre Hailekiros
- Haileleul Bisrat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7089-5362)
- Fikre Seife (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7417-3877)
- Mebratu Mitiku
- Tsegahun Manyazewal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8360-7574)
- Tamrat Bekele
- Haileyesus Terefe
- Merga Mekonnon
- Asrat Mengiste
Institutions
- Amhara Regional Health Bureau (ET)
- Federal Ministry of Health (ET)
- Oromiyaa Regional Health Bureau (ET)
- Addis Ababa University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Tropical Medicine and Health
- Published
- 2024-11-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s41182-024-00657-6
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Parasitic Diseases Research and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.39