Potential schistosomiasis foci in China: A prospective study for schistosomiasis surveillance and response

In order to verify current transmission risks and identify the potential establishment of new foci of schistosomiasis driven by environmental changes, we conducted surveillance in selected risk areas of three provinces: Jiangsu, Anhui and Shandong from 2008 to 2010. Sentinel surveillance showed eight, nine and five confirmed cases of acute schistosomiasis in mobile populations (fishermen, migrant workers) in 2008, 2009 and 2010, respectively. We conclude that continuous surveillance with an emphasis on snails must be enhanced in potential risk areas in PR China.