Occurrence of intestinal parasites of public health significance in fresh horticultural products sold in Maputo markets and supermarkets, Mozambique

• Authors: Cátia Salamandan, Maria Luísa Lobo, Sónia Afonso, Regina Miambo, Olga Matos
• Publication Year: 2021
• Journal: Microorganisms, 9(9), art 1806
• Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms9091806

ABSTRACT (1) Background: Giardia duodenalis and Cryptosporidium are important neglected parasites associated with diarrhea, such as the emerging Enterocytozoon bieneusi. All three are foodborne parasites raising concerns in public health. This study intended to understand the intestinal parasite occurrence with emphasis on G. duodenalis, Cryptosporidium, and E. bieneusi in fresh fruits/vegetables sold in the main municipal markets of Maputo city, Mozambique. (2) Methods: A […]
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