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Our goal is elimination
Our goal is the elimination of the schistosomiasis disease as a public health problem in line with the World Health Organization (WHO) NTD Roadmap 2021-2030. We are committed to the objectives of the Kigali Declaration on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), in which participating companies, governments and private organizations commit to helping control and ultimately eliminating the 21 most prevalent NTDs, including schistosomiasis.
The chronic parasitic disease…
…is one of the most devastating tropical disease in terms of public health burden and economic impact. The core objective of our investments in schistosomiasis is to eliminate this life-threatening disease as a public health problem. By providing tablets to treat schistosomiasis at scale, we are enabling people living in highly endemic regions to become healthy and fully active members of their societies. This in turn supports sustainable development in their communities. We are proud to play a part in advancing both stronger health systems and economic growth.
Facts about Schistosomiasis
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Disease caused by parasitic worms.
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Associated with poverty and inadequate sanitation.
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More than 250 million people infected worldwide.
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200,000 people die every year.
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92% of the estimated cases are found in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Treatment is possible and available.Learn more
Schistosomiasis Flyer
More informationSchistosomiasis Flyer
Learn more in this flyer about schistosomiasis and our efforts to eliminate this devastating disease.
Pediatric Praziquantel Consortium Program
More informationPediatric Praziquantel Consortium Program
The Pediatric Praziquantel Consortium is an international public-private partnership that aims to develop, register and provide access to a suitable pediatric praziquantel formulation for treating schistosomiasis in preschool-age children (below 6 years of age).
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What is schistosomiasis?
Schistosomiasis is a water-borne tropical disease caused by parasitic worms. Click below to learn more about it.Read more -
Living our commitment
More than a decade ago we committed ourselves to the fight against schistosomiasis. Learn more about our efforts to eliminate the disease.Read more -
Our progress
Read moreDive into our initiatives dedicated to eliminating schistosomiasis. Over the past years we have made remarkable progress.