Uganda to observe Neglected Tropical Diseases Day
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a group of 13 infections caused by parasitic worms, protozoa or bacteria. They mainly affect Uganda’s poor, living in rural areas, with limited access to better health facilities.
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Uganda to observe Neglected Tropical Diseases Day
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January 30, is the Neglected Tropical Diseases Day. Prossy Nandudu runs through the list of the 13 NTDs and the disease breakdown.
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a group of 13 infections caused