This collection of resources on Dracunculiasis includes a fact sheet and also covers the history of the disease and its impact, epidemiology, control programmes, and ongoing research and development resources.
Information is provided for both a professional and a lay audience.
Dracunculiasis Thread worms This patient information leaflet on thread worms is authored by Dr Ruth Livingstone, a general practitioner. This leaflet provides information about thread worms, symptoms, a definition, treatment available and how to prevent re-infection.