Welcome to the National Programme for the Control of Schistosomiasis and Intestinal Helminthiasis in Cameroon
About Us
The National Programme for the Control of Schistosomiasis and Intestinal Helminthiasis leads on all control and prevention activities for schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Cameroon.
Word from the Minister of Public Health
''The control of bilharzia and intestinal worms is a big challenge, and the involvement of all is essential in curbing these scourges. We should mobilise financial and technical resources to meet this challenges. Therefore, on behalf of the Government, I call on all partners to take part in the collective effort and to fully commit themselves to the control of these diseases in Cameroon.''
Word from the Minister of Basic Education
''The Government is convinced that education to health, environment and family life constitutes an essential guarantee for the achievement of a complete human development. The Ministry of Basic Education has developed a consistent programme of construction of latrines and water points, and health education. I therefore, invite all teaching staff at all levels to take ownership of this programme in order to achieve the complete eradication of these parasitic diseases''
Word from the Programme Coordinator
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About the Diseases
Schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis are the most common worm infections affecting people of all ages, especially children as soon as they are old enough to crawl.
Achievement
The National Programme for the Control of Schistosomiasis and Soil transmitted Helminthiasis has made great strides in reducing the burden caused by these diseases, on the Cameroonian people.
Our Partners
The collective efforts of all our partners, both at national and international level, is what helps to sustain the work the programme is doing in trying to improve the health status of the people.
Gallery
Browse through our gallery to see via pictures, the work and activities the programme has been involved in.