Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is a parasitic infection transmitted by sandflies, affecting millions worldwide. While the ...

Leishmaniasis is a life-threatening parasitic infection and one of the most concerning neglected vector-borne tropical diseases worldwide. Current leishmaniasis chemotherapeuticals are poorly ...

But now, thanks to a combination of non-profit researchers and African public-health workers, there are signs of progress ...

NTDs, a group of 21 debilitating infectious diseases, affect over 1 billion people globally, causing significant morbidity, ...

The management of Leishmania donova ni (LD), responsible for fatal visceral leishmaniasis (VL), faces increasing challenges due to rising drug-unresponsiveness, leading to increasing treatment ...

India is on track to be declared free of Kala Azar by 2024, achieving elimination targets set by WHO after decades of efforts against the deadly disease.

Researchers from Universidade Estadual da Paraíba, Universidade Federal da Paraiba and affiliated organizations presented the ...

The event was organised by the Union health ministry to highlight India's progress in the fight against NTDs, with a special ...

India illuminated the India Gate in vibrant colors on World NTDs Day to raise awareness about Neglected Tropical Diseases. This effort highlights the country's progress against these diseases with a ...

India Gate shines bright to raise awareness on Neglected Tropical Diseases. Marking World NTD Day 2025, the iconic landmark highlights the need for action. Scroll down to know more.

India experiences the world’s absolute burden of at least 11 NTDs, including hookworm, dengue, lymphatic filariasis, leprosy, ...