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Relationship between Community Drug Administration Strategy and Changes in Trachoma Prevalence, 2007 to 2013.

Bette LiuCarleigh CowlingAndrew HayenGabrielle WattDonna B MakStephen LambertHugh TaylorJohn M Kaldor
Published in: PLoS neglected tropical diseases (2016)
Consistent with previous research, community-wide administration of azithromycin reduces trachoma prevalence. Our observation that less intensive treatment with a 'household' strategy in moderate prevalence communities (5-<20%) is associated with similar reductions in prevalence over time, will require confirmation in other settings if it is to be used as a basis for changes in control strategies.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • drug administration
  • combination therapy