Government commits to innovation, research on NTDs

Health and Child Care permanent secretary Aspect Maunganidze has said Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) have a devastating effect on communities. 

While addressing journalists during a sensitization workshop on NTDs, organised by Higher Life Foundation and the Ministry of Health and Child Care on Tuesday, Maunganidze said his ministry was committed to tackle the diseases despite challenges. 

“Interventions necessary to deal with the challenges include prevention and treatment, among others.

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