Description: Schistosomiasis is a parasitic flatworm infection of the intestinal or urinary system caused by one of several species of Schistosoma.

Vaccine available: No

External links:

NaTHNaC Information Sheet - National Travel Health Network and Centre (UK)
WHO Fact Sheet - World Health Organisation

Prevalence: Africa, Middle East & Localised Areas (Map from WHO). Areas of risk for Schistosomiasis

Areas of risk for Schistosomiasis