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Neglected diseases, such as Chagas disease and schistosomiasis, are given a low status in global public health priorities. Yet they affect one billion people, mainly in remote areas, rural slums and conflict zones.
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Opinions and Analysis
Research needed to tackle neglected disease uncertainties
The revised malaria death toll suggests a need for research into uncertainties in controlling neglected tropical diseases, says Mark Booth.
7 February 2012
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Source: New Statesman
Even 'bad science' needs putting in context
Science journalists must help to root out misleading scientific claims, but not without sensitivity to culture and the limitations of science.
Build on genomic advances to benefit the poor
25 October 2011
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Source: Nature
News and Features
GM mosquito risk assessments 'deficient', says review
A review of experimental GM insect releases points to 'scientific deficiencies' and lack of openness in regulatory approvals.
14 February 2012
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Drug could hit two neglected diseases at once
A drug undergoing clinical trials for sleeping sickness could also treat leishmaniasis, say researchers who have tested it on mice.
6 February 2012
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Bhutan brings down malaria incidence
1 February 2012
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