Third report of the Strategic and Technical Advisory Group for Neglected Tropical Diseases (STAG-NTDs)

Overview

Dr Lorenzo Savioli, Director of the Department, summarized the progress, achievements and challenges made in controlling NTDs and highlighted accomplishments during the past year. Notable achievements include progress in preventive chemotherapy and data management and communication; and in Buruli ulcer, Chagas disease, human African trypanosomiasis, leishmaniasis and vector management.