The efficacy of mass drug administration strategies to control scabies in a highly endemic population. [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Andrew Steer (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Handan Wand ,  Dr Hla Hla Thein ,  Dr Josefa Koroivueta ,  Dr Margot Whitfeld
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Brief description Globally there are an estimated 300 million scabies cases annually. Many Pacific countries, including Fiji, have among the highest rates in the world. This island based study in Fiji will compare the short and long term efficacy of two mass treatment protocols using oral ivermectin or topical permethrin against conventional treatment. This study will be the first population-wide treatment trial for scabies that compares new interventions to standard of care treatment.

Funding Amount $AUD 705,396.68

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant