August 30, 2024
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WellnessRead Staff

Bilharzia: What You Need To Know

Bilharzia, also known as schistosomiasis, is a parasitic disease caused by several species of flatworms belonging to the genus Schistosoma. It is a significant public health concern in many tropical and subtropical regions, affecting millions of people worldwide. The disease is transmitted through contact with freshwater contaminated with the larvae of these parasites, which are released by infected freshwater snails.