Faith, Mothers, and the Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases: A Call to Restore U.S. Leadership

This editorial highlights the critical impact of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) on mothers and children in impoverished communities, emphasizing how these diseases perpetuate cycles of poverty, poor health, and lost opportunities. Drawing on Christian values and personal experiences, the authors call for renewed U.S. leadership and support for faith-based organizations, which play a vital role in healthcare delivery and NTD treatment in vulnerable regions. The piece urges greater recognition and action to break the cycle of suffering, restore dignity, and promote maternal and child health worldwide.

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Christian Journal for Global Health
Published
2025-11-04
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https://doi.org/10.15566/82bsy564
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Parasites and Host Interactions
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Faith, Mothers, and the Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases: A Call to Restore U.S. Leadership

Kirsten Weeks, Stewart Simonson
Christian Journal for Global Health
Parasites and Host Interactions
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Faith, Mothers, and the Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases: A Call to Restore U.S. Leadership

Kirsten Weeks, Stewart Simonson
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Abstract

This editorial highlights the critical impact of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) on mothers and children in impoverished communities, emphasizing how these diseases perpetuate cycles of poverty, poor health, and lost opportunities. Drawing on Christian values and personal experiences, the authors call for renewed U.S. leadership and support for faith-based organizations, which play a vital role in healthcare delivery and NTD treatment in vulnerable regions. The piece urges greater recognition and action to break the cycle of suffering, restore dignity, and promote maternal and child health worldwide.

Christian Journal for Global HealthVol. 12(3)
Openalex Percentile: Top 66%
Parasites and Host Interactions
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