Factors Associated with High Prevalence of Intestinal Protozoan Infections among Patients in Sana'a City, Yemen.

• Main Authors: Alyousefi, N.A., Mahdy, M.A.K., Mahmud, R., Lim, Y.A.L.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Public Library of Science 2011
• Subjects: R Medicine
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/1876/1/pone.0022044.pdf; http://eprints.um.edu.my/1876/; http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21789210

This present study indicated that intestinal protozoan infections are still a public health problem in Yemen, with Giardia and Entamoeba infections being most common. Statistical analysis indicated that low personal hygiene and contact with animals were important predictors for intestinal protozoan infections. As highlighted in this study, in order to effectively reduce these infections, a multi-sectoral effort is needed. Preventive measures should include good hygienic practices, good animal husbandry practices, heightened provision of educational health programs, health services in all governorates including rural areas. Furthermore, it is also essential to find radical solutions to the recent water crises in Yemen.