The Story of Shukuru - a film to enhance knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding schistosomiasis and related elimination interventions in Pemba, Tanzania.

Background: Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease affecting individuals in 79 countries, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. The World Health Organization recommends the treatment, snail control, and behavior change interventions to decrease prevalence, but culturally tailored interventions remain rare. Here we aim to determine the impact of an educational film on schistosomiasis-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices among schoolchildren and adults in Pemba, Tanzania. Methodology/Principal Findings: From November 2023 to February 2024, a survey was conducted among adult community

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