There are 20 Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) that affect 1.7 billion people, one billion of which are children. Most are poor and live in tropical environments. 170,000 people die from these diseases every year, but many more suffer from severe pain and long-term disability. This has profound health, social, and economic consequences for the individual and the family. However, there is hope. They can be eliminated and 47 countries have eliminated at least one NTD. Treating these diseases is a public health ‘best buy’ and is one of the most important actions that can improve a child’s ability to learn.

Hear from, and pose questions to, this outstanding panel of global experts who will share what we can do to prevent, treat and eliminate these illnesses that affect some of the world’s most under-resourced communities. Please see our speaker’s list below. To register for this event, please follow this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Q-KP5ZpeS8KPpuSkKIdN5Q

SPEAKERS

Dr. Emily Jenkins

Professor of Department of Veterinary Microbiology

Western College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Momar Ndao

Associate Professor, Department of Medicine

Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

McGill University

Deborah Ola

Student and Young Professional Ambassador

Canadian Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases

Dr. Alison Krentel

Assistant Professor

School of Epidemiology and Public Health

University of Ottawa

Co-founder and Chair of the Canadian Network for NTDs

Moderator

Dr. Kishor Wasan

Adj. Professor & Distinguished University Scholar

Faculty of Medicine

Co-Founder & Co-Director

Neglected Global Diseases Initiative at UBC

University of British Columbia