Neglected tropical diseases(NTDs)are a group of diseases associated with poverty that affect over 1 billion people worldwide(1).On May 31,2021,the World Health Assembly(WHA)officially recognized January 30 as World Ne...Neglected tropical diseases(NTDs)are a group of diseases associated with poverty that affect over 1 billion people worldwide(1).On May 31,2021,the World Health Assembly(WHA)officially recognized January 30 as World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day through decision WHA74(18).This designation aims to raise awareness about the severe impact of NTDs on disadvantaged populations and to mobilize support for control,elimination,and eradication efforts.展开更多
What is already known about this topic?Soil-transmitted helminthiasis(STH)is distributed widely in China and a large number of the population is afflicted.However,trends of STH infections are decreasing.What is added ...What is already known about this topic?Soil-transmitted helminthiasis(STH)is distributed widely in China and a large number of the population is afflicted.However,trends of STH infections are decreasing.What is added by this report?The most recent data indicates that the overall prevalence of STH was 1.29% in 2018 in China,which was based on the national sentinel surveillance and demonstrates a continuous decline pattern.What are the implications for public health practice?Considering the current prevalence in China and various endemic statuses in different regions,precision control measures should be implemented for the control and elimination of STH in China.展开更多
Summary What is already known about this topic?Neurocysticercosis is the most severe form of infection caused by ingesting cysticerci,the larval cysts of the pork tapeworm,Taenia solium.Approximately 50 million people...Summary What is already known about this topic?Neurocysticercosis is the most severe form of infection caused by ingesting cysticerci,the larval cysts of the pork tapeworm,Taenia solium.Approximately 50 million people worldwide have neurocysticercosis,which is the leading cause of acquired epilepsy in many endemic countries.What is added by this report?The health of neurocysticercosis patients can be seriously impaired,including through loss of mobility,inability to do self-care,impairment of usual activities,pain/discomfort,anxiety/depression,and impaired cognition.Cognitive impairment is the major consequence of neurocysticercosis and significant contributor to decreased health-related quality of life.Our study made the first estimate of disability weight from neurocysticercosis as a key parameter for disease burden assessment in China.What are the implications for public health practice?To prevent severe health outcomes from neurocysticercosis in China,it is necessary to improve public awareness of neurocysticercosis and relevant health behaviors.展开更多
基金This research was funded by the National Key Research and Development Program.China(Grant No.2021YFC2300800,2021YFC2300803)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.32161143036,No.62261160387,No.82173633).
文摘Neglected tropical diseases(NTDs)are a group of diseases associated with poverty that affect over 1 billion people worldwide(1).On May 31,2021,the World Health Assembly(WHA)officially recognized January 30 as World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day through decision WHA74(18).This designation aims to raise awareness about the severe impact of NTDs on disadvantaged populations and to mobilize support for control,elimination,and eradication efforts.
基金supported by the National Health Commission of China and China CDC.
文摘What is already known about this topic?Soil-transmitted helminthiasis(STH)is distributed widely in China and a large number of the population is afflicted.However,trends of STH infections are decreasing.What is added by this report?The most recent data indicates that the overall prevalence of STH was 1.29% in 2018 in China,which was based on the national sentinel surveillance and demonstrates a continuous decline pattern.What are the implications for public health practice?Considering the current prevalence in China and various endemic statuses in different regions,precision control measures should be implemented for the control and elimination of STH in China.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.32161143036)the Fifth Round of Three-Year Public Health Action Plan of Shanghai(No.GWV-10.1-XK13)the National Special Science and Technology Project for Major Infectious Diseases of China(Grant No.2016ZX10004222-004).
文摘Summary What is already known about this topic?Neurocysticercosis is the most severe form of infection caused by ingesting cysticerci,the larval cysts of the pork tapeworm,Taenia solium.Approximately 50 million people worldwide have neurocysticercosis,which is the leading cause of acquired epilepsy in many endemic countries.What is added by this report?The health of neurocysticercosis patients can be seriously impaired,including through loss of mobility,inability to do self-care,impairment of usual activities,pain/discomfort,anxiety/depression,and impaired cognition.Cognitive impairment is the major consequence of neurocysticercosis and significant contributor to decreased health-related quality of life.Our study made the first estimate of disability weight from neurocysticercosis as a key parameter for disease burden assessment in China.What are the implications for public health practice?To prevent severe health outcomes from neurocysticercosis in China,it is necessary to improve public awareness of neurocysticercosis and relevant health behaviors.
