Fighting Forgotten Illnesses: Somalia's Battle Against Neglected Tropical Diseases

In Somalia, a big problem is growing. It's not just about the fighting or the weather. It's about diseases that many people have never heard of. These are called neglected tropical diseases, or NTDs for short. They affect over 1. 7 billion people around the world. In Somalia, they are a huge issue. Somalia is a big country in Africa. It has a lot of kids who don't get vaccines. This is partly because of the fighting and the weather. When people have to move from their homes, it's hard to keep track of who needs help. This makes it easier for diseases to spread.People who work on the front lines in Somalia say it's tough. They have to deal with a lot of challenges. But they also see chances to make things better. They believe that with the right help, they can fight these diseases. NTDs are a big deal. They make people sick and can even kill them. But they don't get much attention. This is why they are called "neglected. " In Somalia, they are a big problem. But with the right help, they can be fought. The people working on the front lines know what they are doing. They see the problems and the chances to make things better. If they get the support they need, they can make a big difference.