General Knowledge

Understanding Human Helminths: From Life Cycle to Control

Understanding of Human Helminths: From Life Cycle to Control

This course offers a general introduction to medical helminthology, focusing on the biological principles, physical structures, and classification of parasitic worms. Learners will explore the complex life cycles of the three major helminth groups: cestodes, trematodes, and nematodes, while examining key therapeutic treatments, drug mechanisms, and integrated public health strategies used to control and prevent helminth infections in human populations.

Course duration

6 weeks

Credit hour

1 credit