
doi: 10.1056/nejmra064142
pmid: 17804846
In addition to malaria, tuberculosis, and human immunodeficiency virus infection, several other infectious diseases are associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. In particular, 13 tropical diseases infect billions of people and cause disabilities such as blindness and heart failure, especially in persons who live in impoverished conditions. This review article describes approaches to the global control of these diseases.
Adult, Trachoma, Protozoan Infections, Delivery of Health Care, Integrated, International Cooperation, Helminthiasis, Chemoprevention, Leprosy, Tropical Medicine, Humans, Child
Adult, Trachoma, Protozoan Infections, Delivery of Health Care, Integrated, International Cooperation, Helminthiasis, Chemoprevention, Leprosy, Tropical Medicine, Humans, Child
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