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April 13, 2026
Care That Leaves No One Behind: Mental Health and NTDs
In early February, the WHO released an Essential Care Package in response to the well documented link between NTDs, poor mental health, and…
March 4, 2026
What is health equity and why does it matter for women?
Health equity means removing unfair and avoidable barriers so people can access the care they need, when they need it,…
February 13, 2026
The History of Effect Hope
This is the history of Effect Hope: In 1869, a young Irishman named Wellesley Bailey boarded a ship bound for India, searching for…February 6, 2026
Is Leprosy Really Contagious? 10 Common Myths Debunked
Leprosy is one of the oldest recorded diseases in human history, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood. More…
January 21, 2026
What is World NTD Day?
Every January 30th, the world comes together to recognize World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day.
January 20, 2026
Why Does Leprosy Stigma Still Exist?
Each year, more than 200,000 people are diagnosed with leprosy, around 548 people every single day. While leprosy is curable,…
January 12, 2026
Beyond the Disease: Effect Hope’s Role in the Global Fight Against Stigma
For over a century, the battle against leprosy, one of 21 neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) — has been about far more than the disease itself. The fight against leprosy goes far beyond…January 12, 2026
What Is an NTD — and Why Haven’t You Heard of It?
If you’ve never heard of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), you’re not alone. And that’s part of the problem. NTDs affect more than 1 billion people…December 9, 2025
3 Reasons to Give Before 2026
By giving before year-end, you’ll extend comfort, care, and healing to those with nowhere else to turn.
December 3, 2025
Reflections on Global Health Polycrisis: New Pathways for the Future
Effect Hope's Key Takeaways on Global Health Resilience
October 24, 2025
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Where Collaboration Shapes the Future of NTDs
October 1, 2025
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