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Beni survived #SleepingSickness thanks to timely diagnosis & innovative oral treatments.

This #WorldChildrensDay we call for support to develop urgently needed life-saving treatments for children like Beni living with NTDs.

Watch his story in our new film www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcIx...
Beni: Surviving Sleeping Sickness
YouTube video by Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi)
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November 20, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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✨Day Two of IndAc25 is underway focusing on skills and careers — from flash talks to workshops, today’s programme is packed with inspiration and practical takeaways. On stage now: Sarah Hunt (Skills Development Scotland) sharing insights on Powering Skills Growth in Life Sciences #SULSAIndAc25
October 29, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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“I felt trapped between two painful options: live with medical debt or hope it would heal on its own” Jessica Robbins’ battle with cutaneous leishmaniasis meant months of misdiagnosis, isolation & stigma. Now she’s advocating for awareness, diagnosis & access to treatment. Full story: bit.ly/3X5BLTS
Jessica Robbins: A long and difficult journey with cutaneous leishmaniasis
Founder of the Leishmaniasis Advocacy Network, Jessica shares her journey with cutaneous leishmaniasis, from diagnosis to recovery, and how it shaped her commitment to advocacy.
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October 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Breakout time! 💬 Attendees are exploring parallel sessions on: Tackling Disease, Food & Drink Biotechnology, Health Technology, and Sustainability #SULSAIndAc25
October 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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#GlobalHealth initiatives have fuelled great progress in combating many #NTDs, but progress in #mycetoma management has been slow. We need targeted funding, improved diagnostics, and accessible treatments!
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Global health initiatives and mycetoma management: the unmet promise
Global health initiatives have undeniably fuelled substantial progress in combating many neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). These efforts have been largel
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June 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM