Journal of Clinical and Experimental Epidemiology Research

Journal of Clinical and Experimental Epidemiology Research

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ISSN: 3070-3956
Original Research Article

Spatial Distribution of Schistosomiasis and Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis (STH) in Plateau State, Nigeria

Authors: Damashi Mantim Tali, Joseph Julfa N. Nden, Binshak Nenrot, Daniel Nanbol Helen, Haruna Danjuma Timloh, Dami Danjuma Philibus, Danaan Anthony Dakul.

DOI: 10.33425/3070-3956.1013


Abstract

Schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases (STH) remain significant public health challenges in Plateau State, Nigeria. This study synthesizes current evidence and integrates geospatial analyses to describe spatial distribution patterns of both diseases across the 17 Local Government Areas. Secondary data obtained from published works were geocoded and plots in ArcGIS pro software for spatial distribution of the diseases. Findings show geographically heterogeneous disease clustering, with schistosomiasis concentrated in southeastern LGAs and STH in southern rural regions. Environmental determinants such as elevation, soil moisture, rainfall, and land use strongly influenced transmission patterns. Targeted interventions based on spatial risk stratification are essential to accelerate disease control and progress toward elimination.

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Citation: Damashi Mantim Tali, Joseph Julfa N. Nden, Binshak Nenrot, et al. Spatial Distribution of Schistosomiasis and Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis (STH) in Plateau State, Nigeria. J Clin Exp Epidemiol Res. 2026; 2(1). DOI: 10.33425/3070-3956.1013
Editor-in-Chief
Marcelo Aldaz
Marcelo Aldaz
Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis | The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

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