Triple-Drug Treatment Is Effective for Lymphatic Filariasis Microfilaria Clearance in Samoa

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Two decades of public health achievements in lymphatic filariasis (2000-2020): reflections, progress and future challenges

Mwelecele Malecela et al.

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH (2021)

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Progress in the elimination of lymphatic filariasis in the Western Pacific Region: successes and challenges

Aya Yajima et al.

Summary: The Western Pacific Region is the largest and most diverse region in the world, with 37 countries and territories working towards eliminating lymphatic filariasis. By the end of 2019, 10 countries had achieved elimination of the disease, with the remaining countries accelerating efforts to reach this goal.

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH (2021)

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A triple-drug treatment regimen to accelerate elimination of lymphatic filariasis: From conception to delivery

Gary J. Weil et al.

Summary: The Global Programme to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis uses mass drug administration to treat filarial infections, prevent disease, and interrupt transmission. A recent clinical trial showed that a triple-drug combination is more effective than two-drug combinations in clearing larval filarial parasites, with the potential to speed up LF elimination in endemic countries.

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Setting the stage for a Global Programme to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis: the first 125 years (1875-2000)

Eric A. Ottesen et al.

Summary: The development of the World Health Organization's Global Programme to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (GPELF) involved a multi-faceted approach, with a focus on health and economic factors, responsible individuals and organizations, as well as critical requirements and hurdles to successfully construct the program. The program was launched with the recognition of the potential for LF elimination by the global health community, supported by donations from pharmaceutical companies and resource support from public and private sectors and health ministries in endemic countries.

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH (2021)

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