reviewNew England Journal of MedicineSep 5, 2007Closed access

Control of Neglected Tropical Diseases

George Washington University · Sabin Vaccine Institute · +6 more institutions

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Abstract

In addition to malaria, tuberculosis, and human immunodeficiency virus infection, several other infectious diseases are associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. In particular, 13 tropical diseases infect billions of people and cause disabilities such as blindness and heart failure, especially in persons who live in impoverished conditions. This review article describes approaches to the global control of these diseases.

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Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Malaria
  • Neglected tropical diseases
  • Tuberculosis
  • Blindness
  • Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
  • Medicine
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Virology
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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