Control
Control against infection of S. japonicum requires multiple efforts consisting of education, eliminating the disease from infected individuals, controlling the vector, and providing a protective vaccine.
Education can be incredibly effective, but difficult with lack of resources. Also, asking people to change customs, traditions and behaviors can prove a difficult task.
Controlling S. japonicum with molluscicide has proved ineffective because Oncomelania snails are amphibious and only frequent water to lay their eggs.
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