This course provides an update on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and their impact on global health and development. The learning outcomes include understanding the innovative work being done to accelerate mass treatment and vaccine development for NTDs. The course covers topics such as Millennium Development Goals, specific NTDs like Schistosomiasis and Chagas Disease, mass treatment strategies, and research development agendas. The teaching method involves a lecture format with Professor Peter J. Hotez discussing the content. The intended audience includes individuals interested in global health, infectious diseases, public health, and medical research.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Millennium Development Goals
Neglected Tropical Diseases
Schistosomiasis
Ancient Conditions
Mass Treatment
Medicines
Rapid Impact Package
Three Musketeers
US NTD Program
Melinda Gates Foundation
Neglected Tropical Disease Day
Blue Marble Health
Texas Medical Center
Chagas Disease
Toxicoriasis
Research Development Agenda
Licensing
Chagas Vaccine Program
Closing
Question Chat
Fungal Infections
Drug Resistance
Taught by
American Society for Microbiology
