Jigger Parasite Impact on School Children: Insights & Risks

Jigger Parasite Impact on School Children: Insights & Risks
This video delves into the literature concerning the jigger parasite and its impact on school-going children. It's structured into segments covering various subtopics such as the life cycle of the jigger, occurrences of infestation within the study area, cultural beliefs, health-seeking behaviors, and hygiene practices linked with jigger infestation.
Human beings serve as hosts to numerous parasites, including those dwelling inside the body like hookworms and roundworms, as well as external parasites such as ticks, lice, and the jigger flea. Research indicates that these parasites, by sucking blood, can lead to weakness, malnutrition, and hindered growth, especially among school-age children.
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