New pill cures preschoolers of schistosomiasis, but administering it in rural Africa may be challenging.

New pill cures preschoolers of parasitic worm; delivering it a challenge. A new medication can cure preschoolers of schistosomiasis, a parasitic infection common in Africa, but administering it may be difficult. Dr. Isaac Chikwanha, who contracted the disease as a child, highlights the challenges of delivering the drug, as the infection is prevalent in rural areas where access to healthcare may be limited.