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Waterborne parasites in Uganda: A survey in Queen Elizabeth Protected Area.
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- Waterborne parasites in Uganda: A survey in Queen Elizabeth Protected Area.Public health challenges · 2023Article
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Background: Pathogenic waterborne protozoa and helminths have the potential to cause infections in vulnerable populations such as children and immunocompromised individuals. Those residing in close proximity to wildlife-protected areas in sub-Saharan Africa, who are among the most economically disadvantaged, may have an increased susceptibility to these infections. This study aimed at detecting protozoan trophozoites/cysts, and helminth eggs in environmental and piped tap water (PTW) used by locals and tourists in the Queen Elizabeth Protected Area (QEPA) in western Uganda. Methods: Water samples were taken from the natural environment and domestic PTW sources. The samples were analysed for helminth eggs, free-living amoeba (FLA) trophozoites/cysts, Results: The overall prevalence rates of the protozoan parasites, from highest to lowest, were as follows: FLA (56.6%), Conclusion: The presence of parasites in natural water sources inside QEPA presents a significant hazard for the contamination of domestic water. It is imperative to implement established procedures for enhancing water quality.
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