Only 15 Guinea Worm Cases Reported Last Year
The prospect of eradicating Guinea worm disease remains on track, with just 15 human cases reported in two countries in 2024, reports The Carter Center.
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Niger Makes History: First African Nation to Eliminate River Blindness
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, led by Dr. Paulin Basinga, celebrates Niger’s watershed achievement in public health as Dr. Salissou Adamou’s decades-long efforts prove that neglected tropical diseases can be defeated with persistence and partnership.
Celebrating World NTD Day 2025: Honoring Medical Humanitarians and the Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases
On World NTD Day 2025, we celebrate the medical humanitarians fighting to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases. Their efforts bring hope to millions, offering treatment, prevention, and a path toward a healthier future. Together, we can unite, act, and eliminate NTDs for good.
Women Eye Doctors Lead Charge Against Blindness in Indonesia
Female ophthalmologists are spearheading a remarkable transformation in eye care in Indonesia’s West Nusa Tenggara province. Led by pioneers like Dr. Siti Farida, these dedicated professionals are tackling one of the world’s highest blindness rates, restoring sight and hope to thousands.
In Mozambique’s Zambezia province, mothers go the extra mile to get kids protected with malaria vaccines
Mozambique introduced the malaria vaccine in its worst-hit province on 5 August 2024.