Removing the neglect from neglected tropical diseases: the Rwandan experience 2008-2010.

摘要: Abstract While there has been increasing recognition of the importance neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), national scale action and funding remain limited. In 2007, a 3-year, $1 million per year programme was launched in Rwanda to address NTDs. more than $100 had flowed into Rwanda's health sector annually, not allocated for This article describes development NTD strategy outlines lessons learned, with particular regard integrated approaches prevention. A baseline survey revealed that 65% children intestinal worms high levels concurrent multiple parasite infection. Within year, mass treatment administration provided first time. repeat found prevalence soil-transmitted helminths Schistosoma mansoni infection reduced significantly, including reduction S. 82% 72% hookworm. Infection intensity signs early clinical morbidity...