Improving the efficiency of reactive case detection for malaria elimination in southern Zambia: a cross-sectional study.

Fiona R P BhondoekhanKelly M SearleHarry HamapumbuMukuma LubindaJaphet MatobaMichael MusondaBen KatowaTimothy M ShieldsTamaki KobayashiDouglas E NorrisFrank C CurrieroJennifer C StevensonPhilip E ThumaWilliam J Mossnull null

Published in: Malaria journal (2020)

Applying proximity to streams as a screening tool, 16% (n = 3) more malaria-positive secondary households were identified compared to using a 140-m circular screening radius. This analysis highlights the potential use of environmental risk factors as a screening strategy to increase RCD efficiency.

Keyphrases

risk factors
plasmodium falciparum
human health
physical activity
risk assessment
loop mediated isothermal amplification
quantum dots