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WHA79: WHO Celebrates Global Victories in Disease Elimination
Historic public health achievements were celebrated at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) as Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), officially recognized 10 nations for eliminating neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
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The Missing Link: Eliminating NTDs to Realize Africa’s Demographic Dividend
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a significant barrier to unlocking the potential of Africa’s demographic dividend. Africa carries the highest burden of cases of these 21 diseases in the WHO regions, that often affect impoverished communities where the demographic dividend is the highest.
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NTDs elevated at the 61st UN Human Rights Council session as Malawi announces intent to table an NTD resolution
Health ministers, global health leaders and stakeholders came together during the 61st session of the Human Rights Council to make a clear case: neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are not only a matter of public health—they are a matter of human rights.
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2025: A year in review
It's been another busy year for Uniting to Combat NTDs and our incredible partners! We’ve put together an end of year round-up of just some of our highlights.
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A Tribute to Hon. Jenista Mhagama’s Tireless Leadership in NTD Elimination
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Hon. Jenista Mhagama, Tanzania’s Minister of Health & a tireless champion for NTD elimination. Her leadership & commitment improved countless lives across the continent.
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Opinion: Time to prioritise rights of people affected by NTDs
Efforts to eliminate NTDs are gaining momentum across the world. However, the constant lack of both policies and resources required to safeguard the basic human rights of those affected by these diseases remains a vital missing link in the solution to eliminate these diseases and uphold the dignity of those affected.
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Nigeria Makes Historic Strides in Domestic Funding for NTD Elimination
A high-level advocacy meeting in Abuja, co-convened by Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Health, Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases, and The Global Fund, has highlighted significant progress in Nigeria’s fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
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Tanzania's Innovative Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases
This scene is part of a larger story of innovation and resilience in Tanzania’s fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), where strategic focus and local ownership are transforming lives.
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From Patient to Advocate: Fatuma’s Role in Ending Trachoma
As Chairperson of her village government in Chalinze, Tanzania, Fatuma was once considered the eyes of her village, as well as a leader. But when her own eyesight began to fail, her world dimmed.
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Investing in Health, Unlocking Potential: The Power of NTD Treatment
The area around Shabani’s native Ludiga village in Tanzania’s Pwani region is known as Msinune, a Swahili word meaning “don’t be sad”. But for years, sadness and pain defined Shabani’s life.
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