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B. Strengthen laboratory diagnosis skills and research capacity of Schistosomiasis

1)      Conduct operational research on animal reservoir of Schistosomiasis

2)      Collaborate with RNAS (Regional Network Asian Shistosomiasis) and organize an annual meeting

C. Reduce morbidity of soil-transmitted Helminthiases

1)      Monitor prevalence of intestinal parasitic infection in sentinel sites

2)      Conduct mass-treatment every 6 months for school-age children in all provinces

3)      Train school directors and teachers and Health Centers on Deworming and health education activities at schools and in communities

4)      Supervise Deworming programme at schools and outreach activities in 10 provinces

IV.Lymphatic Filariasis Elimination Activities