Research Article
Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections among Maids in Abidjan, Cote
Divoire
Author(s): David NA Aka, Gisèle C Kouadio-Yapo, Serge Pacôme G Dou, Dibert K Zika, Serge Pacôme K Loukou, Constante Léa Karidioula, Jean Ouhon, Aka Assoumou and Koffi D Adoubryn
David NA Aka, Gisèle C Kouadio-Yapo, Serge Pacôme G Dou, Dibert K Zika, Serge Pacôme K Loukou, Constante Léa Karidioula, Jean Ouhon, Aka Assoumou and Koffi D Adoubryn
Many different types of intestinal helminthes and protozoa infect man worldwide. Because of inadequate sanitary conditions, enteroparasitic infections constitute a serious public health problem in Côte d’Ivoire where infants are most concerned. Low-income populations, such girls or maids of households, which combine an important illiteracy rate, are especially vulnerable.
Objective: This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of intestinal parasites among maids in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Materials and methods: A cross sectional community study was conducted among 88 households in a residential area of Abidjan, the main city of Côte d'Ivoire. Data from maids were collected by the use of a questionnaire. Stool of these workers were collected and examined for intestinal parasites by using sim.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9597.1000263