A 12-year longitudinal study in southwest Tanzania has found that eliminating a parasitic worm responsible for lymphatic filariasis significantly reduces the risk of HIV infection, offering new...
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Dar es Salaam. A 12-year longitudinal study in southwest Tanzania has found that eliminating a parasitic worm responsible for lymphatic filariasis significantly reduces the risk of HIV infection, offering new insight into the intersection of neglected tropical diseases and HIV prevention.
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