NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE DAY        

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Context

• Neglected tropical disease day is observed every year on 30th January.
• It was declared in the 74th World Health Assembly (2021).

About

• Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a diverse group of tropical infections which are common in low-income populations in developing regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. They are caused by a variety of pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, protozoa and parasitic worms (helminths).
• WHO has recognized 20 Neglected Tropical Diseases. A summary of each disease is given below:

Read in details here: https://www.iasgyan.in/blogs/neglected-tropical-diseases

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/blog/health/neglected-tropical-diseases-day-india-can-beat-them-but-that-needs-bold-action-81305