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Leprosy Mailing List – February 11,  2021

 

Ref.:  (LML) InfoNTD monthly overview of the latest cross-cutting NTD publications - January, 2021

From:  Roos Geutjes, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

 

 

Dear colleagues, 

Happy new year! 

2021 starts off with two important NTD events: The launch of the WHO NTD Roadmap 2021-2030 on January 28th, followed by World NTD Day on January 30th. Scroll down for more information on these and more upcoming events. 

Enjoy reading the latest NTD publications that are listed below. This time the list starts with three online courses. 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. 

Warm regards,
Roos Geutjes

InfoNTD Coordinator
www.InfoNTD.org
info@InfoNTD.org

 

 

Practical materials

 

 

Neglected tropical diseases in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: impact and guidance
World Health Organization. 2021.
About the course: This course is intended for decision-makers and programme managers who want to learn more about neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn more
 

WASH-NTD Coordination (Ethiopia)
Federal Ministry of Health Ethiopia , NALA Foundation , Sightsavers . 2020.
About the course: The WASH-NTD coordination training is a skills-based training that seeks to increase collaboration across sectors such as water, education, health, finance, and non- governmental partners. 
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Surgical Education in Limited Resource Settings: Performing a Manual Split-Thickness Skin Graft
Touch Surgery Labs . 2020.
About the course: The module demonstrates a manual split-thickness skin graft using instrumentation available at a low cost, as well as information on accessible and safe anesthesia techniques. The module combines intraoperative video-based footage and computer-generated graphics to demonstrate the steps of the procedure.
Learn more

 

 

NTDs & COVID-19

 

 

Neglected tropical diseases activities in Africa in the COVID-19 era: the need for a "hybrid" approach in COVID-endemic times.
Molyneux D, Bush S, Bannerman R, et al. Infectious diseases of poverty. 2021; 10 (1) : 1. 
Abstract  We outline what implementing this hybrid approach, which aims to strengthen health systems, and facilitate integration and cross-sector collaboration, can achieve based on work undertaken in several African countries.
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Keeping communities at the centre of efforts to eliminate lymphatic filariasis: learning from the past to reach a future free of lymphatic filariasis
Krentel A, Gyapong M, McFarland DA, et al. Oxford University Press (OUP). International Health. 2020; 13 (Supplement_1) : S55-S59. 
Abstract We stress the critical need for community ownership in the current Covid-19 pandemic, to counter concerns in relaunching MDA programmes for LF.
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The need for improved collection and coding of ethnicity in health research
Khunti K, Routen A, Banerjee A, et al. Oxford University Press (OUP). Journal of Public Health. 2020.
Abstract Coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) has exposed the need for improved collection and coding of ethnicity, despite years of debate on the issue.
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Neglected tropical disease control in a world with COVID-19: an opportunity and a necessity for innovation.
Brooker S, Ziumbe K, Negussu N, et al. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 2020.
Abstract The pandemic has highlighted the usefulness of mathematical modelling to understand the impacts of these disruptions and future control measures on progress towards 2030 NTD goals.
Read more
 

Unexpected low burden of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in sub-Saharan Africa region despite disastrous predictions: reasons and perspectives
Tcheutchoua DN, Tankeu AT, Wouna Angong DL, et al. Pan African Medical Journal. Pan African Medical Journal. 2020.
Abstract We focus on the characteristics of the virus, specificities of the sub-Saharan African population and local environment.
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What Will Happen to Biomedical Research in Low-and-Middle Income Countries in the PostCOVID-19 World?
Fontecha G, Sánchez AL. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. Current Tropical Medicine Reports. 2021.
Abstract Individual country's capacities to prevent and respond to public health issues, including health crises, is built with long-term investment in highly qualified professionals, infrastructure, and uninterrupted operating funding. 
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Efforts to mitigate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic: potential entry points for neglected tropical diseases
Ehrenberg JP, Utzinger J, Fontes G, et al. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. Infectious Diseases of Poverty. 2021.
Abstract Our aim is to draw the attention of the neglected tropical disease (NTD) community towards some of the major emerging economic opportunities which are quickly appearing on the horizon as a result of COVID-19. 
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Use of modelling to modify trachoma elimination strategies affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emerson P, Hooper P, Gebre T. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 2021.
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Other new publications

 

 

Promoting gender, equity, human rights and ethnic equality in neglected tropical disease programmes.
Mbabazi P, Del Pino S, Ducker C, et al. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 2021.
Read more
 

Evolution of the monitoring and evaluation strategies to support the World Health Organization's Global Programme to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis
Lammie PJ, Gass KM, King J, et al. Oxford University Press (OUP). International Health. 2020; 13 (Supplement_1) : S65-S70. 
Abstract This brief review summarizes the historical evolution of the GPELF M&E strategies and highlights current research needed to achieve the elimination goal.
Read more
 

The Trojan Horse: Digital Health, Human Rights, and Global Health Governance.
Davis S. Health and human rights. 2020; 22 (2) : 41-47.
Abstract In this major effort to spur low- and middle-income countries to race toward the digital future, are UN development agencies adequately considering the risks?
Read more
 

Why onchocerciasis transmission persists after 15 annual ivermectin mass drug administrations in South-West Cameroon.
Forrer A, Wanji S, Obie E, et al. BMJ global health. 2021.
Abstract The aim of this study was to assess factors associated with continued onchocerciasis transmission and skin disease.
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Implementation challenges and opportunities for improved mass treatment uptake for lymphatic filariasis elimination: Perceptions and experiences of community drug distributors of coastal Kenya.
Njomo D, Kimani B, Kibe L, et al. PLoS neglected tropical diseases. 2020; 14 (12) : e0009012. 
Abstract The opportunities presented need to be considered by the NTD program personnel, the county health personnel and the community while planning the implementation of MDA campaigns.
Read more
 

Two decades of public health achievements in lymphatic filariasis (2000–2020): reflections, progress and future challenges
Malecela M, Gyapong J, Ramaiah KD, et al. Oxford University Press (OUP). International Health. 2020; 13 (Supplement_1) : S1-S2. 
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Mobile Health Strategies to Tackle Skin Neglected Tropical Diseases With Recommendations From Innovative Experiences: Systematic Review.
Carrion C, Robles N, Sola-Morales O, et al. JMIR mHealth and uHealth. 2020; 8 (12) : e22478. 
Abstract We aimed to analyze existing evidence about mobile health interventions to control and manage sNTDs in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and make recommendations for what should be considered in future interventions.
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Hyperendemicity, heterogeneity and spatial overlap of leprosy and cutaneous leishmaniasis in the southern Amazon region of Brazil
Gabriela de Carvalho A, Luz J, Dias JVL, et al. Geospatial Health. 2020; 15 (892) : 293-301. 
Abstract We analyzed the spatial distribution of leprosy and Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) and identified the degree of overlap in their distribution. 
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A triple-drug treatment regimen to accelerate elimination of lymphatic filariasis: From conception to delivery
Weil GJ, Jacobson JA, King JD. Oxford University Press (OUP). International Health. 2020; 13 (Supplement_1) : S60-S64.
Abstract IDA was rapidly advanced from clinical trial to policy and implementation; it has the potential to accelerate LF elimination in many endemic countries.
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The role of non-governmental development organizations in the implementation of lymphatic filariasis programmes
Bush S, Richards FO, Zhang Y. Oxford University Press (OUP). International Health. 2020; 13 (Supplement_1) : S44-S47. 
Abstract Three case studies will illustrate the roles identified for NGDOs in LF programmes covering development of operational research, policy and advocacy linkage between LF and malaria programmes; launching LF morbidity management projects and NGDO's ability to work and deliver LF services in areas of conflict. 
Read more
 

The winding road to health: A systematic scoping review on the effect of geographical accessibility to health care on infectious diseases in low- and middle-income countries
Hierink F, Okiro EA, Flahault A, et al. Public Library of Science (PLoS). PLOS ONE. 2021; 16 (1) : e0244921. 
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Handbook of Global Health
Haring R, Kickbusch I, Ganten D, et al. Springer International Publishing. 2020.
Abstract This large reference will offer up-to-date information and expertise across all aspects of global health and will help readers achieve a truly multidisciplinary understanding of the driving forces, dynamics, and models in healthcare, as well as the biological, clinical, socioeconomic and environmental drivers impacting global health disorders and challenges.
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Summary of the 31st meeting of the International Task Force for Disease Eradication, 20–21 October 2020
World Health Organization . Weekly epidemiological record. 2021.
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Addition of Lymphatic Stimulating Self-Care Practices Reduces Acute Attacks among People Affected by Moderate and Severe Lower-Limb Lymphedema in Ethiopia, a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
Douglass J, Hailekiros F, Martindale S, et al. MDPI AG. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2020; 9 (12) : 4077.
Abstract The management of lymphatic filariasis (LF) and podoconiosis-related lymphedema involves daily hygiene to reduce secondary infections, but self-massage and deep-breathing, which have proven beneficial in cancer-related lymphedema, are not included.
Read more
 

Schistoscope: Smartphone versus Raspberry Pi based low-cost diagnostic device for urinary Schistosomiasis
Diehl J, Oyibo P, Agbana T, et al. IEEE. ConferenceIEEE GHTC 2020 : 10th IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference. 2020.
Abstract In this paper, we present further development of the Schistoscope 1.0 along two parallel design trajectories: a Raspberry Pi and a Smartphone-based Schistoscope. Specifically, we focused on the optimization of the optics, embodiment design and the electronics systems of the devices so as to produce a robust design with potential for local production.
Read more
 

Antischistosomal, antionchocercal and antitrypanosomal potentials of some Ghanaian traditional medicines and their constituents.
Twumasi E, Akazue P, Kyeremeh K, et al. PLoS neglected tropical diseases. 2020; 14 (12) : e0008919. 
Abstract In this study, extracts of fifteen traditional medicines used for treating various NTDs in local communities were screened in vitro for efficacy against schistosomiasis, onchocerciasis and African trypanosomiasis.
Read more
 

Venomous snakebites: Rapid action saves lives-A multifaceted community education programme increases awareness about snakes and snakebites among the rural population of Tamil Nadu, India.
Samuel S, Chinnaraju S, Williams H, et al. PLoS neglected tropical diseases. 2020; 14 (12) : e0008911.
Abstract Our approach provides a framework on how to educate rural communities about the dangers of SBE and thereby, mitigate delayed SBE treatment leading to an overall reduction in SBE-induced mortality, morbidity, treatment costs and other socio-economic ramifications.
Read more
 

Resource tracking for neglected tropical disease programmes: the first step for developing a sustainable financing strategy.
Huang X, Toure H, Biswas G. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 2021.
Abstract Tracking domestic resources for NTD programmes through country health accounts, a relatively mature health system resource tracking platform, could be the first step in raising the visibility of NTDs in the discussion of national health resource allocation.
Read more
 

One Health and Neglected Tropical Diseases-Multisectoral Solutions to Endemic Challenges.
Peterson J, Bakuza J, Standley C. Tropical medicine and infectious disease. 2020.
Read more
 

Health equity and health system strengthening - Time for a WHO re-think.
Jensen N, Kelly A, Avendano M. Global public health. 2021.
Abstract This paper reviews evolving ways that equity goals have featured in key World Health Organization (WHO)-related policy documents, before discussing the heuristic value and empirical traction that the concept of equity can bring to the health system strengthening (HSS) agenda.
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Time for a diagnostic sea-change: Rethinking neglected tropical disease diagnostics to achieve elimination
Gass K, Pappas G. Public Library of Science (PLoS). PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. 2020; 14 (12) : e0008933.
Abstract Accurate program decisions can only be made with tests that are fit for purpose. Deploying such tests will require the NTD community to make 4 important changes in the way diagnostic tests are developed and applied.
Read more
 

Relação das mudanças climáticas com o aumento da incidência de doenças tropicais
Queiroz TCCD, Magalhães AA, Pereira FG, et al. Editora Científica Digital. Saúde Em Foco: Temas Contemporâneos - Volume 3. 2020.
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A Situational Mapping Overview of Training Programmes for Community-Based Rehabilitation Workers in Southern Africa: Strategies for Strengthening Accessible Rural Rehabilitation Practice
Ned L, Tiwari R, Hess-April L, et al. Frontiers Media SA. Frontiers in Public Health. 2020.
Abstract  A situational mapping overview was undertaken to review the current status of rural rehabilitation training programs offered in Southern Africa for CRWs.
Read more
 

Systematic review of the incidence of post-operative trichiasis in Africa
Mwangi G, Courtright P, Solomon AW. Springer Science and Business Media LLC. BMC Ophthalmology. 2020.
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Participatory approaches, local stakeholders and cultural relevance facilitate an impactful community-based project in Uganda
O'Donovan J, Thompson A, Stiles C, et al. Oxford University Press (OUP). Health Promotion International. 2020; 35 (6) : 1353-1368.
Abstract To promote water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) we organized a cross-cultural knowledge exchange workshop to assess participatory methods for engaging local stakeholders.
Read more
 

Development of sustainable research excellence with a global perspective on infectious diseases: Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Gabon.
Ramharter M, Agnandji S, Adegnika A, et al. Wiener klinische Wochenschrift. 2021.
Abstract Advancing bioethics in medical research in Africa and steadily improving its global networks and infrastructures, CERMEL serves as a reference centre for several international consortia.
Read more
 

WHO's 2021–30 roadmap for neglected tropical diseases
Balakrishnan VS. Elsevier BV. The Lancet Microbe. 2021; 2 (1) : e11. 
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Elimination of neglected tropical diseases under preventive chemotherapy programmes in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
World Health Organization Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (WHO/EMRO). Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal. 2020; 26 (12) : 1576-1577.
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Alternative ecological and social proposals for preventing the global threat of emerging infectious diseases
Besombes C. Health and Degrowth. 2020.
Abstract Monocultural practices, such as rubber/palm oil industrial plantations, through the ecological perturbation inflicted, act as a driver of vector borne and zoonotic diseases.
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Lymphadenopathy in African Children
Sher-Locketz C, Moore SW, Troebs R. Springer International Publishing. Pediatric Surgery. 2020.
Abstract All efforts should be taken to achieve a definitive diagnosis! FNAB aspiration biopsy is an effective triage procedure to screen for malignancy.
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Machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data science breaking into drug design and neglected diseases
Peña‐Guerrero J, Nguewa PA, García‐Sosa AT. Wiley. WIREs Computational Molecular Science. 2021.
Abstract Applications are ripe for transformative results in understudied, neglected, and rare diseases, where new data and therapies are strongly required. Progress and outlook on these themes are provided in this study.
Read more
 

 

 

News & Webinars

 

 

Launch of the WHO NTD Roadmap 2021 - 2030
WHO will launch its road map for NTDs entitled 'Ending the neglect to attain the Sustainable Development Goals: a road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021–2030' is a high-level strategic document and advocacy tool, aimed at strengthening programmatic response to NTDs through shared goals and disease specific targets backed by smarter investments.
-> Register now
 

World NTD Day - Reaching the last mile 
World NTD Day brings together civil society advocates, community leaders, global health experts and policymakers working across the diverse NTD landscape, and unifies partners behind our common goal: to Face NTDs and #EndTheNeglect.

Please join us in amplifying calls to ensure over 1.7 billion of the world's most vulnerable people receive the attention they need and deserve by sharing today's social posts, which highlight the need to focus on equity in the fight to #BeatNTDs and #EndTheNeglect. 
 

Major challenges for global health in a post-COVID-19 world - by LSTM and RSTMH
As recent events have shown, pandemics do not respect geographical boundaries. A globally focused effort is needed to combat the next major health threats to humanity amid the complexities of climate change and globalisation.

During this webinar we will discuss how a coordinated effort from the global health sector, policymakers, international agencies, and communities will help address new and emerging challenges we face in a post-COVID-19 world.
-> Register now
 

ISNTD Connect - A series of online short meetings to learn, share and stay connected 
Sign up to receive details of upcoming ISNTD Connect meetings or view a recording of the many interesting webinars that were held in the past months. 
 

 

 

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