Working to overcome the global impact of neglected tropical diseases: first WHO report on neglected tropical diseases – Summary

Overview

• What are neglected tropical diseases?
• What work is being done to overcome neglected tropical diseases?
• What are the challenges for the future?
• How did WHO refocus its approach?
• What are the common features of neglected tropical diseases?
• What are the new strategic approaches?
• How does control of neglected tropical diseases contribute to strengthening health systems?

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