5 reasons to register to "Neglected Tropical Diseases"

You'll find answers to these and many other questions in this online course from Institut Pasteur.

Here are 5 reasons why you should enroll now:

1 - Understanding the concept of neglected tropical disease (NTD) and why a tropical disease is considered "neglected"

This online course presents the group of 21 Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). They occur mainly in tropical areas, are strongly associated with poverty and present a complex epidemiology linked to environmental conditions. They benefit from very limited resources and are virtually ignored by global funding bodies, hence their "neglected" status.

2 - Describe the symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatments for the main neglected tropical diseases

With a wide range of clinical symptoms, they affect over a billion people and are caused by a variety of pathogens (viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi and toxins). Many are caused by vector-borne pathogens, originating from animal reservoirs and associated with complex life cycles. Existing serological or molecular diagnostic tests can guide patients towards relatively effective treatments, but these still need to be improved for many of these diseases.

3 - Assessing the most effective ways to combat neglected tropical diseases

The fight against NTDs relies on interdisciplinary approaches, from making diagnostics and medicines available as close as possible to patients, to alleviating the mental burden associated with disease, and resolving fundamental human rights issues. Vector control, veterinary public health and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) management are essential complements to the interventions.

4 - Identify research priorities for eliminating neglected tropical diseases by 2030

To achieve the elimination targets set by the WHO for 2030, it is crucial to consolidate the funding dedicated to the fight against these diseases, in order to ensure the sustainability of the actions undertaken, especially in the case of diseases close to elimination. With this in mind, research into vaccines, treatments and diagnostic tests will help to achieve these objectives.

5 -  Identify the links between climate change and the spread of neglected tropical diseases

As the effects of climate change become increasingly tangible, certain vector-borne diseases could rapidly appear in new (previously disease-free) areas, where conditions would allow vectors to settle and thrive. In this course, you will learn how the "One Health" approach has been integrated to anticipate this scenario and control these neglected tropical diseases.

Learn more about the course here.

Institut Pasteur

Enrollment: from November 27, 2025 to January 26, 2027
Course : from January 27, 2026 to January 26, 2027

This course is part of the Institut Pasteur Online Diploma in Infectious Diseases (DNM2IP).