The London Declaration on Neglected Tropical Diseases

The London Declaration on Neglected Tropical Diseases is a global commitment made in 2012 by health organizations, governments, and aid groups to control and eliminate certain tropical diseases that mainly affect the world's poorest populations. These diseases, like leprosy, river blindness, and trachoma, cause suffering and disability but are often overlooked. The declaration aims to strengthen efforts through funding, collaboration, and increased access to medicines, with the goal of reducing or eradicating these diseases to improve health and quality of life for millions of people worldwide.