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Neglected Tropical Diseases

Resilience in the face of crisis: A call for action against neglected diseases

Adaeze Oreh, Aida A. N’Diaye-Riddick, Isata Kabia and Fatoumatta Njai Nov 29, 2021 0

The past eighteen months have reiterated the importance of strong, resilient health systems, as the COVID-19 pandemic has all but brought communities around the world to their knees. As the…

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Ignorance worsening burden of tropical diseases in Nigeria – Experts

Godsgift Onyedinefu Sep 20, 2021 0

Ignorance, myths, and stigma have continued to drive the spread of Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Nigeria, with over 122 million Nigerians put at risk, experts have revealed. NTDs…

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Over 120 million Nigerians at risk of NTDs – Razaq

Sikirat Shehu Feb 7, 2020 0

Raji Razak, the Kwara State Commissioner for Health has disclosed that over 120 million Nigerians are at risk of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), while over 1.5 billion people are at risk…

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Over 100 million Nigerians at risk of Neglected Tropical Diseases- Minister

Godsgift Onyedinefu Jan 30, 2020 0

At least 120 million Nigerians nationwide are at risk of one or more of the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), due to poverty, poor access to basic health facilities and amenities, the…