University of Notre Dame
Comparison of ICT, FST and Antibody tests in low-prevalence settings.
The multi-country studies on the same topic led to the endorsement by WHO for the FTS as an approved diagnostic tool.
To develop models that can predict MF prevalence after a given number of rounds of MDA as a tool to identify program settings in which the response to MDA is less than predicted.
Comparison of ICT, FST and Antibody tests in low-prevalence settings.
The multi-country studies on the same topic led to the endorsement by WHO for the FTS as an approved diagnostic tool.
Addressing the Mental Health of Persons Living with Lymphatic Filariasis in Léogâne, Haiti: Effectiveness of a Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
Intervention: The primary aim of this project is to determine if the introduction of a Chronic Disease Self-Management curriculum into existing Hope Clubs in Léogâne, Haiti will result in improvements in symptoms of depression, self-rated health, chronic disease self-efficacy, social support, and disability.
Formative: What are the barriers that prevent people with LF from participating in Hope Clubs?