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Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH)

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We are launching a photo competition!

We want our members & Fellows to capture the intersection between global health and technology, and how the digital revolution – including artificial intelligence – is changing how we practice healthcare.

Apply now: www.rstmh.org/news-blog/bl...
November 13, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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New review article in International Health ➡️ Basil H Aboul-Enein and team discuss the effectiveness of family planning interventions across the league of Arab states.

Read the full review here: academic.oup.com/inthealth/ar...
November 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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📣 The November issue of International Health is now available online!

Keep reading, here: www.rstmh.org/news-blog/bl...
A grandmother tenderly hugs her proud granddaughter, who suffers from Onchocerciasis-associated epilepsy. She has witnessed her grandchild’s health improving greatly over a period of a few months, thanks to treatment and assistance provided by the Nodding Syndrome Alliance in Maridi, South Sudan.
November 7, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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We are collating the latest original research, reviews, and opinion pieces on the impact of environmental change on human health, to appear in our journals 🌳

If you’re interested in submitting to this collection, you can find out more here: academic.oup.com/trstmh/pages...
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October 23, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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The theme for the World Health Summit this year was 'Taking Responsibility for Health in a Fragmenting World'.

Take a look at RSTMH reflections on the conference, here: rstmh.org/news-blog/bl...

#WHS2025
Tamar Ghosh, Chief Executive of RSTMH (left) and Jamie Bay Nishi Director of American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH)(right) stand in front of a sign that says 'World Health Summit'.
October 17, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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We came away from our Annual Meeting 2025 bubbling with ideas, energised from hearing different perspectives and inspired by making new connections.

Take a look at our reflections of the event, here: www.rstmh.org/news-blog/bl...
October 8, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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Congratulations Kevin Marsh, awarded @rstmh.bsky.social 2025 Sir Patrick Manson Medal

Malariologist and Global Health Researcher, Kevin is Director of the Africa Oxford Initiative and Senior Adviser Science for Africa Foundation @ox.ac.uk

Read more 👉 www.tropicalmedicine.ox.ac.uk/news/kevin-m...
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October 1, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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RSTMH is at #ECTMIH2025 in Hamburg, Germany this week, 29 Sept - 2 Oct.

Stop by booth 25 to talk to the team about RSTMH membership, journals, events and the latest in tropical medicine and global health.
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September 30, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Joel Tarning @moru-mip.bsky.social awarded @rstmh.bsky.social 2025 Chalmers Medal

Joel has been honoured for his contribution to the field of clinical pharmacology of neglected tropical diseases, and in particular antimalarial therapy.

Read more 👉 www.tropicalmedicine.ox.ac.uk/news/joel-ta...
Joel Tarning awarded RSTMH’s 2025 Chalmers Medal
Professor Joel Tarning, head of MORU’s Clinical Pharmacology Department, has been honoured with the award of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene’s Chalmers Medal for his exceptional con...
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September 25, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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It’s day one of the RSTMH Annual Meeting and we’re looking forward to welcoming our speakers, panellists, presenters and audience members to be part of this conference!
September 25, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Join the RSTMH for a FREE online event on snakebite research this International Snakebite Awareness Day 🐍

Make sure to register, here: www.rstmh.org/events/webin...
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September 15, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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📣 Register for the RSTMH Annual Meeting 2025 and earn 11 CPD points!

The event will include a number of career drop-in sessions and the opportunity to network with international leaders in the space of AI and global health.

Don’t miss out and book your spot now: www.rstmh.org/events/rstmh...
September 5, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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New in #INTHEA: Sseguya and colleagues analyse the prevalence of #diabetes among adults in rural #Uganda during the #COVID-19 pandemic

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Prevalence and correlates of diagnosed and undiagnosed diabetes mellitus among adults in rural Uganda during the COVID-19 pandemic: an evaluation of a community-based screening programme
AbstractBackground. One in two people with diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa remains undiagnosed, which has contributed to the region's high rates of diabetes
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August 15, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Every nine minutes a person dies from #rabies, although it is 100% preventable.

Protect yourself & your furry friends 🐶 by getting your dog vaccinated annually. Ensure people who are bitten also get access to life saving vaccines 🐾 bit.ly/2lOHbop
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August 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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New in #TRSTMH: Mishra and colleagues explore the treatment outcomes for drug-resistant #tuberculosis among Saharia, a marginalized community in #India

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Drug-resistant tuberculosis treatment outcomes among Saharia: a marginalized community of Madhya Pradesh, India
AbstractBackground. Few attempts have been made to explore the drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) outcomes and associated factors among underprivileged co
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August 8, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Every woman and their baby deserves safe, respectful care.

Yet, mistreatment during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period remains far too common in many parts of the world.

It doesn’t have to be this way.

Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4m51yqc #HopefulFutures
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August 7, 2025 at 7:46 AM
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New in #INTHEA: Seitzman et al analyse the antimicrobial resistance genes on the ocular surface of patients with corneal infections across both #California and #Malawi

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Comparison of antimicrobial resistance genes on the ocular surface of patients with corneal infections in California and Malawi
AbstractBackground. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) determinants on the ocular surface may contribute to poor treatment responses.Methods. An exploratory co
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August 7, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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New in #TRSTMH: Rahimi and colleagues review the epidemiological and clinical aspects of the cutaneous #leishmaniasis burden in #Afghanistan

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Cutaneous leishmaniasis in Afghanistan
Abstract. Old World cutaneous leishmaniasis (OWCL) is a sand fly-transmitted skin infection caused by Leishmania species that extends from West Africa to C
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August 6, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Reduce risk of flu by taking these 6 simple actions! 👇
Infographic titled 'Take 6 simple actions to #KeepFluAway'. It shows six simple actions: 1) Get your flu shot, 2) Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue and dispose properly, 3) Wash your hands, 4) Stay home if feeling unwell, 5) Avoid close contact with a sick person, and 6) Avoid touching your eyes, nose, mouth.
August 4, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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New in #INTHEA: Melgar and Palacios identify predictive factors of maternal near miss in #caesarean patients in #Peru

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Systolic hypertension, caesarean duration and prenatal visits as predictors of maternal near miss in Peru
AbstractBackground. To identify the predictive factors of maternal near miss in caesarean patients in the obstetrics and gynaecology service at Hospital II
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August 5, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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New in #TRSTMH: Anjal et al conduct a study of ongoing #lymphaticfilariasis transmission in #India 20 years on from the implementation of a mass drug administration program

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Vector incrimination studies of lymphatic filariasis in rural areas of endemic Datia district of Madhya Pradesh, India
AbstractBackground. Lymphatic filariasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by infections from Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi or Brugia timori. Th
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August 4, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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It’s World Breastfeeding Week!

Breastfeeding provides the perfect nutrition for babies and a healthy beginning - with benefits that last for life.

From maternity leave to trained counsellors, let’s ensure every mum gets the breastfeeding support she needs!

#HopefulFutures

🔗 bit.ly/40HTe7s
Illustration of a child being breastfed. Text reads: Breastfeeding contributes to: - Improved survival - Protection from infectious diseases - Reduced lifetime risk of obesity, asthma and heart disease - Optimal nutrition - Lower rates of breast and ovarian cancers, diabetes and heart disease for mum - Healthy brain development - Strong microbiomes Investing in breastfeeding means investing in the future. It supports healthier populations, reduced healthcare costs and stronger economies.
August 1, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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New in #INTHEA: Mwale et al assess the progress of #trachoma elimination in Western Province, #Zambia

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Assessing trachoma elimination progress in districts with persistent trachoma, Western Province, Zambia
AbstractBackground. Trachoma is a public health problem in Zambia. We aimed to estimate the prevalence of trachomatous inflammation—follicular (TF) in 1–9-
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August 1, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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New in #TRSTMH: Sarathchandra and colleagues conduct an observational study of patients with #dengue in rural #SriLanka

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Haemoconcentration in diagnosing dengue haemorrhagic fever: evidence from a rural Sri Lankan observational study
AbstractBackground. One of the World Health Organization criteria for dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF) is a 20% increase in haematocrit. This study on dengu
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July 31, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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In low-income countries, 544.7 million people—that’s 72% of the population—couldn’t afford a healthy diet in 2024.

Food is a basic right, not a luxury.

Learn more in the 2025 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report 👉 bit.ly/4mjX2nK #SOFI2025
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July 28, 2025 at 4:10 PM