Taeniasis (Taenia solium tapeworm) and neurocysticercosis (NCC) are dangerous and highly prevalent parasitic diseases in Muli County, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China (Kham). Dr. Li Tiaoying, Sichuan CDC, Chengdu, is our long-time partner and an expert working on taeniasis/NCC for over 15 years. During 2022, Dr. Li and her team trained rural doctors in Eya and Mairi Townships in Muli County on (1) all aspects of the two diseases, (2) how to identify taeniasis carriers, (3) how to conduct treatment, including preparation of the herbal medicines, and (4) how to record the results of treatment. To view our final report,
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cysticercosis for detailed information provided by United States CDC.