Necator americanus

Agent Name
Necator americanus
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Also Ancylostoma duodenale;
Category
Infectious Agents
Comments
Hookworm is prevented by effective sanitation. Larvae infect by penetrating the skin, usually the feet.
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Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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