[Investigation on infections of human intestinal parasites in Taixing City].

OBJECTIVE

To understand the current status of infections of intestinal parasites of population in Taixing City, Jiangsu Province.

METHODS

The infection rates and densities of human intestinal parasites were investigated according to the methods of the National Investigation Scheme on Human Principal Parasites, and the data of society, economy and disease control were collected and analyzed.

RESULTS

Among 2 556 people investigated in five villages, 16 persons were found with intestinal parasites, with an infection rate of 0.63%. The infection rate was higher in residents with a low education level than in others and it was higher in the age group over 50 years than in the group under 50 years. The infection density was mild and the most was the single parasite infection.

CONCLUSIONS

The current status of intestinal parasite infections of population in Taixing City has reached the county-level control standard of Jiangsu Province. Therefore, the preventive strategy and measures should be adjusted and the monitoring work should be strengthened.