title: [Echinococcosis control in China: challenges and research needs].
abstract: Based on a review of the practices of echinococcosis control in China and of the historical experience from the international community in the field, this paper discussed the research achievements and challenges. The author indicated that it is a realistic time to launch a comprehensive control program in western China and there are urgent needs for scientific research integrating into the program.
authors.affiliation: Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Regional Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Urumqi 830002, China.
authors.forename: Jun-Jie
authors.initials: JJ
authors.lastname: Chai
mesh_terms: D002681:China; D004443:Echinococcosis / Q000517:prevention & control*