Devex: The Geneva Commitment on Neglected Tropical Diseases: Key takeaways
“Last week, scientists, investors, executives of pharmaceutical companies, and public health workers came together in Geneva, Switzerland, for a multi-day summit on tackling neglected tropical diseases, which culminated in the signing of the Geneva Commitment for the next stage of the fight. … Here are some of the key takeaways from the week. 1. The next stage of the fight: Integration … 2. New tools needed for vector control … 3. Drug donation versus development … 4. Financing the elimination of NTDs…” (Patnaik, 4/25)