Leprosy Mailing List – June 16, 2023
Ref.: (LML) New publications on cross-cutting issues on NTDs. April, 2023
From: Roos Geutjes and Josephine Breman-Srivastava, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Dear colleagues,
The NNN has opened the submission portal for its 2023 NNN Annual Conference workshops and Rapid-Fire sessions. Deadline of submission is April 30. Additionally, the NTD Innovation Hub, opened the submission portal for the 2023 Innovation Prize. This year they will accept submissions that leverage mapping and spatial analysis to target NTD interventions. Deadline of submission is May 15.
TDR, the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases, has launched a Massive open online course (MOOC) on implementation research: infectious diseases of poverty. The next start date is May 1.
During the WHO Skin-NTDs meeting in Geneva that was held recently, InfoNTD announced the launch of a new content page on skin NTDs. Let us know if you have suggestions to further improve this page.
Enjoy reading the selection of the latest NTD publications that are listed below. Feel free to contact us to receive the full-text versions when a link to the full text is not included. We will also gladly support you with literature searches. Don't forget to scroll down to find more news and upcoming webinars!
Warm regards,
Roos Geutjes and Josephine Breman-Srivastava
www.InfoNTD.org
info@InfoNTD.org
Practical materials
Women and Trachoma - Achieving Gender Equity in the Implementation of SAFE
The Carter Center, International Trachoma Initiative, and Kilimanjaro Centre for Community Ophthalmology, 2023.
REDRESS Intervention Manual: Supporting health workers to identify, diagnose, treat and support persons affected by NTDs that affect the skin
REDRESS Liberia.
Neglected Tropical Diseases Test Directory
FIND, 2023.
Country Health Information Platform (CHIP)
Explanatory Video by Sightsavers
COVID 19 and NTDs
Impact of short-term discontinuation of ivermectin-based chemoprevention on onchocerciasis transmission in endemic settings with long history of mass drug administration
Efon-Ekangouo A, Nana-Djeunga HC, Nzune-Toche N, et al. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. Public Library of Science (PLoS). 2023; 17 (4) : 1-14.
Snakebite care through the first two waves of COVID-19 in West Bengal, India: A qualitative study
Bhaumik S, Beri D, Zwi AB, et al. Toxicon: X. Elsevier BV. 2023.
Co-infection of COVID-19 and parasitic diseases: A systematic review
Zargaran FN, Rostamian M, Kooti S, et al. Parasite Epidemiology and Control. Elsevier BV. 2023.
Other new publications
Promoting equity through inclusive learning, planning and implementing: lessons from Nigeria's mass drug administration programme for neglected tropical diseases
Piotrowski H, Gwani N, Yashiyi J, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i63-i74.
Job satisfaction among community drug distributors in the Mass Drug Administration programme in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study
Kevin DG, Lawong BD, Dixon R, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i52-i62.
A holistic approach to well-being and neglected tropical diseases: evaluating the impact of community-led support groups in Nigeria using community-based participatory research
Chowdhury S, Adekeye O, McRae A, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i87-i99.
Lessons from participatory community mapping to inform neglected tropical disease programmes in Nigeria
Lar LA, Dean L, Adekeye T, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i6-i17.
Leading the work on neglected tropical diseases
Jesudason T. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. Elsevier BV. 2023; 23 (3) : 285.
Sensibilisation communautaire et comportement thérapeutique vis-à-vis de l'UB dans le département de Zoukougbeu (Côte d'Ivoire) Cas du village de Mandanou
Gnamien KBM, Houndji ASS. European Scientific Journal ESJ. European Scientific Institute, ESI. 2023.
Availability, accessibility and use of antivenom for snakebite envenomation in Africa with proposed strategies to overcome the limitations
Dalhat MM, Potet J, Mohammed A, et al. Toxicon: X. Elsevier BV. 2023.
Factors influencing community acceptability of mass drug administration for the elimination of onchocerciasis in the Asante Akim South Municipal, Ghana
Kumah E, Owusu P, Otchere G, et al. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. Public Library of Science (PLoS). 2023; 17 (3) : 1-14.
Burden of intestinal parasitic infections and associated factors among pregnant women in East Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Mosisa G, Diriba DC, Tsegaye R, et al. Maternal Health, Neonatology and Perinatology. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2023; 9 (1) : 1-15.
Coverage and Compliance of Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Programme for Elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis in an Endemic district of Eastern Uttar Pradesh, India
Bashar A, Nandekar S, Shrivastava P, et al. Journal of Vector Borne Diseases. Medknow. 2023.
Onchocerciasis transmission status in some endemic communities of Cross River State, Nigeria after two decades of mass drug administration with ivermectin
Chikezie FM, Opara KN, Ubulom PME, et al. Scientific Reports. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2023; 13 (1) : 1-11.
Epidemiology of epilepsy and relationship with onchocerciasis prevalence in villages of the Ntui Health District of Cameroon
Ngarka L, Siewe Fodjo JN, Ambomatei C, et al. Epilepsy & Behavior. Elsevier BV. 2023.
Randomized trial evaluating an mHealth intervention for the early community-based detection and follow-up of cutaneous leishmaniasis in rural Colombia
Castillo M, Alexander N, Rubiano L, et al. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. Public Library of Science (PLoS). 2023; 17 (3) : 1-15.
Incorporating the diagnosis and management of female genital schistosomiasis in primary healthcare in Liberia: a mixed methods pilot study
Nganda M, Bettee AK, Kollie K, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i43-i51.
Tungiasis Stigma and Control Practices in a Hyperendemic Region in Northeastern Uganda
McNeilly H, Thielecke M, Mutebi F, et al. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease. MDPI AG. 2023; 8 (4) : 1-14.
Overestimation of school-based deworming coverage resulting from school-based reporting
Sheahan W, Anderson R, Aruldas K, et al. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. Public Library of Science (PLoS). 2023; 17 (4) : 1-20.
A new formulation of praziquantel to achieve schistosomiasis elimination
Yang G, Zhou X. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. Elsevier BV. 2023.
A mixed methods evaluation of an integrated training package for skin neglected tropical diseases in Kaduna and Ogun, Nigeria
Lar LA, Chowdhury S, Umunnakwe C, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i75-i86.
Exploring the well-being of people affected by skin NTDs in Kaduna and Kwara States, Nigeria: a photovoice and scoping review study
Adekeye O, Chowdhury S, McRae A, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i100-i109.
The influence of leprosy and other disabilities on marital relationships and sexual health among married women in Indonesia: A qualitative study into experiences and coping
Susanto DFP, van 't Noordende AT, Septian ER, et al. Leprosy Review. Lepra. 2023; 94 (1) : 19-36.
Towards Inclusive Diagnostics for Neglected Tropical Diseases: User Experience of a New Digital Diagnostic Device in Low-Income Settings
Onasanya A, Bengtson M, Agbana T, et al. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease. MDPI AG. 2023; 8 (3) : 1-12.
A quality improvement approach in co-developing a primary healthcare package for raising awareness and managing female genital schistosomiasis in Nigeria and Liberia
Oluwole AS, Bettee AK, Nganda MM, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i30-i42.
Mixed-methods evaluation of integrating female genital schistosomiasis management within primary healthcare: a pilot intervention in Ogun State, Nigeria
Piotrowski H, Oluwole A, Fapohunda VO, et al. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i18-i29.
Drugs for neglected tropical diseases: availability of age-appropriate oral formulations for young children
Al-Obaidi I, Krome AK, Wagner KG, et al. Parasites & Vectors. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2022; 15 (1) : 1-22.
How to integrate atopic dermatitis in the management of skin neglected tropical diseases in Sub‐Saharan Africa?
Schmid‐Grendelmeier P, Rabenja FR, Beshah AM, et al. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. Wiley. 2023.
Neglected tropical diseases risk correlates with poverty and early ecosystem destruction
Magalhães AR, Codeço CT, Svenning J, et al. Infectious Diseases of Poverty. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2023; 12 (1) : 1-15.
Predisposition to soil-transmitted helminth reinfection after four rounds of mass drug administration: results from a longitudinal cohort in the Geshiyaro project, a transmission elimination feasibility study in the Wolaita zone of southern Ethiopia
Rayment Gomez S, Maddren R, Liyew EF, et al. Transactions of The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023.
Stigma and epilepsy in onchocerciasis-endemic regions in Africa: a review and recommendations from the onchocerciasis-associated epilepsy working group
O'Neill S, Irani J, Siewe Fodjo JN, et al. Infectious Diseases of Poverty. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2019; 8 (1) : 1-11.
Parasitic worms affect virus coinfection: a mechanistic overview
Petrellis G, Piedfort O, Katsandegwaza B, et al. Trends in Parasitology. Elsevier BV. 2023; 39 (5) : 358-372.
Meta-analysis of the efficacy of combined Chinese and Western medical treatment versus western medical treatment alone on pit viper bites
Lv D. Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews. Informa UK Limited. 2023.
Community engagement in health services research on soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Asia Pacific region: Systematic review
Naing C, Tung WS, Htet NH, et al. PLOS Global Public Health. Public Library of Science (PLoS). 2023; 3 (3) : 1-16.
Assessment of the status of improved F&E trachoma control practices among children of agro-pastoralists in Southern Ethiopia: a mixed design survey using theory of triadic influences
Lakew S, Asefa G, Zerdo Z. BMC Public Health. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2023; 23 (1) : 1-16.
Impact Assessment of Schistosomiasis and Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis Following Ten (10) Years (2009-2019) of Continuous Treatment with Praziquantel and Albendazole in Endemic Area, Plateau State
Binshak N, Danaat DA, Tali DM, et al. OALib. Scientific Research Publishing, Inc.. 2023; 10 (03) : 1-10.
Prevalence of Anxiety and Depression among People Living with Leprosy and its Relationship with Leprosy-Related Stigma
Sharma P, Shakya R, Singh S, et al. Indian Journal of Dermatology. Pubmed. 2022; 67 (6) : 693–698.
Community-Led Data Collection: Enhancing Local-Level Scabies Surveillance in Remote Aboriginal Communities in Australia
Glennie M, Dowden M, Scolyer M, et al. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease. MDPI AG. 2023; 8 (4) : 1-6.
Assessing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Access and Use in Nabilatuk District, Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study of Different Data Collection Methods
Colding-Jørgensen JT, Muheki E, Baayenda G, et al. Hygiene. MDPI AG. 2023; 3 (2) : 65-84.
The impact of incorporating surgical simulation into trichiasis surgery training on operative aspects of initial live-training surgeries
Gower EW, Kello AB, Kollmann KM, et al. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. Public Library of Science (PLoS). 2023; 17 (4) : 1-11.
Stronger together: evidence for collaborative action on neglected tropical diseases
Dean L, Ozano K, Thomson R. International Health. Oxford University Press (OUP). 2023; 15 (Supplement_1) : i1-i5.
A new key-player for onchocerciasis elimination
Jesudason T. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. Elsevier BV. 2023; 23 (4) : 413.
Health Systems & Governance
Coordination Mechanisms for Integrated Health Campaigns: A Descriptive Review
Health Campaign Effectiveness Coalition . The Task Force for Global Health. 2023.
A health-systems journey towards more people-centred care: lessons from neglected tropical disease programme integration in Liberia
Dean L, Tolhurst R, Nallo G, et al. Health Research Policy and Systems. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. 2023; 21 (1) : 1-13.
News & Events
NNN Conference 2023
19-21 September, 2023
The NNN Conference 2023 will take place at the Hyatt Regency in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. The theme for this years' conference is: "Reaching new frontiers - powering a new generation of leadership and cross-sectoral collaborations to end NTDs." The theme reflects NNN's commitment to cross sectoral collaborations and partnerships centering endemic voices in the fight against NTDS.
Call for Submissions 2023 | NNN
NNN has opened the submission portal for its 2023 Annual Conference workshops and Rapid-Fire sessions. The workshops are supposed to be 90 minutes. The Rapid Fire are supposed to be 9-12 minutes, followed by a Q&A session. For more information on the sub-themes of the conference and the submission guidance document please refer to the NNN website linked above. Deadline of submission is 30th of April.
COR-NTD Annual Meeting
October 16-17, 2023
The COR-NTD Annual Meeting will be held in October in Chicago. The meeting will consists of hybrid plenary sessions, in-person breakout sessions, and a virtual Innovation Lab.
Call for papers: Mental health, stigma and Neglected Tropical Diseases
The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene has launched a call for papers on mental health, stigma and NTDs, to be published in a supplement of International Health. Deadline of submission is 30 April, 2023.
CNNTD AWARD for Outstanding Canadian NTD Research Paper in 2023
The Canadian Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (CNNTD) launched an Awards competition to recognize an outstanding Canadian partnership research contribution in the field of neglected tropical diseases. Any researcher based at a Canadian academic or research institution: graduate student, postdoctoral fellow, scientist or faculty member. The primary (first) or senior (last) author must be a researcher based at a Canadian academic or research institution. There is no limit to the number or location of other authors. Deadline of submission is April 30.
Call for Proposals: Operational Research on "Endgame" Challenges | COR-NTD
The Neglected Tropical Diseases Support Center (NTD-SC) at The Task Force for Global Health is soliciting proposals for operational and implementation research led by country programs that address country-identified endgame challenges. This is an open call without a specific deadline.
With this call, the NTD-SC seeks proposals for operational and implementation research nested in national programs targeting lymphatic filariasis, onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis, and trachoma.
RSTMH - Early Career Grant
The projects can be on any topic related to tropical medicine and global health, from across the research spectrum of lab, translation, implementation and policy, and should take up to one year. If you are an early career researcher and global health professional based anywhere in the world, your are welcome to apply for the Early Career Grant. Please note, that you should have not had research funding of more than £5,000 (GBP) or more in your name before.
Application deadline is 28 April, at 9 AM (BST)
ECTMIH2023
20-23 November, 2023
This European Congress on Tropical Medicine and International Health 2023 will be hosted in Utrecht, the Netherlands. The focus of this year's conference is equitable and sustainable planetary health. Abstracts can now be submitted - the deadline is 30 April!
SANTD Symposium 2023 | Mobalizing Resources against NTDs
26 April, 2023 14:00-17:30 CEST
The Swiss Alliance against Neglected Tropical Diseases (SANTD) is organizing a symposium for stakeholders in the Swiss global health sector to exchange on resource mobilization, integrated approaches, the importance of continued innovation and ensuring access to new tools and interventions, efficient and data driven use of existing resources, and the need for sustained financing.
You can register here. For the full program please click here.
Reckitt Global Hygiene Institute (RGHI) Senior Fellowship Programme and International Collaboration Award.
The Senior Fellowship Program and International Collaboration Award (ICA) has been launched. The awards are designed to provide up to 3-years financial support for innovative and impactful research projects that address critical issues in hygiene. The Fellowship is open to researchers wishing to spend 50% of their time on an ambitious research and professional development programme. The ICA is designed to support new and existing collaborations between academic research institutions. Deadline for applications to both schemes is 31st of May, 2023.
NTD Innovation Prize 2023
The NTD Innovation Hub opened the submission portal for the 2023 Innovation Prize. This year they will accept submissions that leverage mapping and spatial analysis to target NTD interventions.
Deadline of submission is May 15.
Massive open online course (MOOC) on implementation research
TDR, the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases, has launched a Massive open online course (MOOC) on implementation research: infectious diseases of poverty. The next start date is May 1.
GDPR & the InfoNTD newsletter
New EU data protection regulations came into force on 25 May 2018. We have been reviewing our practices with regards to the GDPR, including our privacy statement and mailing list.
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