Neglected Tropical Diseases Background, Responses, and Issues for Congress

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Diseases.

Drugs.

Economic assistance.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Contained In:

ProQuest U.S. Congressional Research Digital Collection

Place of Publication:

[United States] [publisher not identified] 2011

Summary:

Provides background on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) comprised of a group of 17 diseases that are found primarily among the poorest people in 149 countries and territories, and which constitutes an important focus of U.S. global health assistance. Examines prevalence of NTDs, control and treatment strategies, advances in tackling NTDs, U.S. NTD response, and Congressional actions. Highlights key issues related to NTD control, including NTD definitions, evaluating reliance on mass drug administration, health information systems and preventive measures, and research funding and development of innovative tools. Includes tables and graphs

Notes:

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Other Format:

Microfiche version Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division. Neglected Tropical Diseases

Publisher Number:

CRS-2011-FDT-0110

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license