VRA takes measures to stop bilharzia in affected communities

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Ghanaman 10 years ago

Snails are the number one carriers of bilhazia

Snails are the number one carriers of bilhazia
Lord Lucan 10 years ago

Unfortunately it is not so simple as avoiding eating snails.

It is skin contact with water in which the snails live that presents the risk of infection.

Excellent source of information for anyone interested in learning ...
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Unfortunately it is not so simple as avoiding eating snails.

It is skin contact with water in which the snails live that presents the risk of infection.

Excellent source of information for anyone interested in learning about this subject at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schistosomiasis
Lord Lucan 10 years ago

I think the intended word was meant to be compostation.

Would make a lot more sense!

I think the intended word was meant to be compostation.

Would make a lot more sense!