Estimating <em>Plasmodium falciparum</em> transmission rates in low-endemic settings using a combination of community prevalence and health facility... (Publications)
As some malaria control programs shift focus from disease control to transmission reduction, there is a need for transmission data to monitor progress. At lower levels of transmission, it becomes incr
Cancer survivors in Switzerland: a rapidly growing population to care for (Publications)
BACKGROUND: Cancer survivors are a heterogeneous group with complex health problems. Data concerning its total number and growing dynamics for Switzerland are scarce and outdated. METHODS: Population
Camel <em>Streptococcus agalactiae</em> populations are associated with specific disease complexes and acquired the tetracycline resistance gene... (Publications)
Camels are the most valuable livestock species in the Horn of Africa and play a pivotal role in the nutritional sustainability for millions of people. Their health status is therefore of utmost import
Over-diagnosis of malaria by microscopy in the Kilombero Valley, Southern Tanzania: an evaluation of the utility and cost-effectiveness of rapid... (Publications)
BACKGROUND: Early and accurate diagnosis of febrile patients is essential to treat uncomplicated malaria cases properly, prevent severe malaria, and avert unnecessary anti-malarial treatments. Imprope
