- Floods in Kenya have led to an increase in neglected tropical diseases, including intestinal worms.
- Lack of modern sanitation systems makes it easy for worm eggs to contaminate food and water.
- Children are particularly vulnerable, with cases requiring surgery for intestinal obstruction.
- Amref Health Africa educates communities on the health impacts of climate change and promotes sanitation improvements.
- The Kenyan government struggles to eradicate diseases such as intestinal worms and snail fever despite efforts.
- Experts call for innovative models to provide water, sanitation, and hygiene services to vulnerable populations.
- The END Fund aims to control and eliminate neglected tropical diseases in Kenya by galvanizing private sector funding.
- Treatment for intestinal worms is cost-effective, costing less than a dollar per child.
- Over 40% of the global burden of neglected tropical diseases is concentrated in Africa.
- The focus is on treating preventable diseases and advocating for government prioritization and investment in health infrastructure.
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