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Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis is a debilitating parasitic disease caused by trematode worms of the genus Schistosoma, affecting millions of people worldwide, particularly in developing countries. The disease is endemic in regions with poor sanitation and freshwater bodies contaminated with the intermediate hosts of the parasite. Schistosomiasis transmission occurs when humans come into contact with infested water, allowing the larvae to penetrate the skin and invade the bloodstream. Once inside the body, the parasites mature into adult worms, causing chronic inflammation and tissue damage in the intestines, liver, bladder, or other organs. The clinical manifestations of schistosomiasis vary depending on the species of Schistosoma involved and the duration of infection, ranging from mild symptoms such as fever and abdominal pain to more severe complications like liver fibrosis and urinary tract obstruction. Efforts to control schistosomiasis focus on preventive measures such as sanitation improvements, access to clean water sources, and regular treatment with anthelminthic drugs. Additionally, ongoing research aims to develop new diagnostic tools, vaccines, and interventions to combat this neglected tropical disease and alleviate the burden of schistosomiasis on affected populations.

Committee Members
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Francis J Castellino

Francis J Castellino

University of Notre Dame, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Reza Nassiri

Reza Nassiri

Michigan State University, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
WCID 2026 Speakers
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Richard Dembo

Richard Dembo

University of South Florida, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Shivadarshini Ramachandran

Shivadarshini Ramachandran

Northumbria University, United Kingdom
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Patricia Tai

Patricia Tai

University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Yu Chen Wu

Yu Chen Wu

The University of Queensland, Australia

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