Cryptosporidium and cryptosporidiosis: The Asian perspective

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Abstract

This review discusses findings of Cryptosporidium and cryptosporidiosis research in Asia and highlights the current situation of Cryptosporidium epidemiology, genetic diversity and distribution, and transmission throughout Asia taking into account all the available papers published for Cryptosporidium research in Asian countries since 2000. This effort will facilitate future research approaches and further developments in the understanding of Cryptosporidium epidemiology in Asia. The intent is to contribute to improvement in protection measures for mitigating the burden associated with this illness in the future.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1098-1109
Number of pages12
JournalInternational Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health
Volume220
Issue number7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2017
Externally publishedYes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Asia
  • Cryptosporidiosis
  • Cryptosporidium
  • Epidemiology

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