Enhance Integrated Delivery of NTD and WASH programs

Mwelecele Malecela of the National Institute for Medical Research in the United Republic of Tanzania will integrate the treatment of neglected tropical diseases with water, hygiene and sanitation programs to lower costs and maximize the use of resources. They will extend and develop local health infrastructures by generating income for community health workers, and involve people at all community levels in the project. In this way, they aim to provide a unified platform for managing and executing diverse projects related to the treatment of diseases to increase their long-term success.