Why Haven’t We Ended These 5 Diseases?

The video discusses the eradication of diseases, focusing on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that affect impoverished regions. It highlights efforts to combat diseases like yaws, Hansen's disease, schistosomiasis, soil-transmitted helminths, and Guinea worm. Despite challenges, progress is being made through treatments, improved sanitation, and access to clean water. The video emphasizes the importance of breaking the cycle of poverty and disease to improve global health.

How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected the efforts to control neglected tropical diseases?

What strategies are being implemented to combat soil-transmitted helminth infections?

What is the significance of eradicating Guinea worm disease?

Discuss the relationship between poverty and the prevalence of neglected tropical diseases.