NPR
Move over Chutes & Ladders: Schisto & Ladders has educational value plus worms
Saturday, July 4, 2026
A parasitic worm that spreads through water contact causes schistosomiasis, a disease that affects children in regions where the parasite is endemic. Researchers developed a board game to teach prevention methods for the infection. The game is designed to educate players about how the disease spreads and what measures reduce transmission risk.
