Bangladesh Achieves Remarkable Milestone in Public Health: Visceral Leishmaniasis (Kala-azar) Eliminated [Editorial]
Year: 2024
Type: editorial
Abstract: Summary In a historic public health milestone, Bangladesh has successfully eliminated visceral leishmaniasis (commonly known as kala-azar) as a national public health threat, drawing global commendation from the World Health Organization (WHO). This editorial reviews the comprehensive, evidence-based strategies that drove this historic achievement—including active multi-center epidemiological surveillance for early detection, robust vector management systems (indoor residual spraying and insecticide-treated nets), intensive community education campaigns, and deep cross-border international cooperation. Furthermore, the paper details post-elimination protocols, emphasizing the critical need for sustained active surveillance, continued community engagement, and resilient healthcare infrastructure to prevent potential disease re-emergence while leveraging these structural lessons to combat other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
Author: Mazharul Islam, Mohammad
Institution: Ad-din Momin Medical College
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7212380974