Lymphatic filariasis is a parasitic disease caused by microscopic, thread-like worms transmitted to humans through mosquito bites, leading to severe swelling and disability if untreated. The disease is preventable and treatable, with global efforts focusing on mass drug administration to eliminate it as a public health problem.

Lymphatic Filariasis

Parasitic diseases are infections caused by parasites, which can be protozoa, helminths, or ectoparasites, and they often result in significant morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Effective control and prevention require a combination of public health measures, improved sanitation, and access to medical treatments, including antiparasitic drugs and vaccines.

Parasitic Disease

Microscopic worms

Thread-like worms

Mosquito bites

Severe swelling

Disability means that some people might need extra help to do things because their bodies or brains work differently. Everyone is special and important, no matter how they do things or what help they need.

Disability

Preventable disease

Treatable disease

Global efforts

Mass drug administration (MDA) is a public health strategy where medications are distributed to entire populations or specific groups irrespective of individual disease status, primarily to control or eliminate infectious diseases like neglected tropical diseases. This approach relies on high coverage and compliance to interrupt transmission cycles and reduce disease burden effectively.

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