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Children Without Worms

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At CWW, we envision a world in which all at-risk people are healthy & free of intestinal worms so they can develop to their full potential. Program of @taskforce.bsky.social Learn more at childrenwithoutworms.org

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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
We encourage you to read this compelling The New York Times story. It explores the road ahead for NTD elimination efforts following global shifts, and the innovative ways that countries are integrating treatment campaigns to continue driving the work forward.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
#WorldNTDDay brings awareness to the nearly 2 billion people affected by NTDs like STH. For 20 years, CWW has supported national programs in reducing the global burden of STH infections so that children at-risk can be healthy and free from STH infections. #BeatNTDs #UniteActEliminate
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Global Schistosomiasis Alliance @gsa.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
#WorldNTDDay is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when countries, partners, & communities unite behind a shared mission. With 58 countries having eliminated at least one NTD, the momentum is real. Check out www.eliminateschisto.org/news-events/... #UniteActEliminate
A promotional graphic for World NTD Day 2026. The design features a circular emblem with radiating lines and the text “30 January 2026” and “What’s happening for World NTD Day 2026 – Unite. Act. Eliminate.” The graphic invites people to explore events, webinars, and campaigns, and to share their own activities using the hashtag #WorldNTDDay. A QR code and a short link (bit.ly/WNTDD26) are included. At the bottom, the World NTD Day logo appears with the words “30 January – World NTD Day – Neglected Tropical Diseases.”
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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Yesterday, the world lost one of the greatest and most impactful public health leaders Task Force Founder Dr. William H. (Bill) Foege, who died in Atlanta at the age of 89. Learn about Dr. Foege’s life and legacy: www.taskforce.org/bill-foege-t...
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Bill Foege Tribute - The Task Force for Global Health
A TRIBUTE TO DR. WILLIAM H. FOEGE 1936-2026 “Public health might be the greatest measure of kindness, the greatest measure of how to treat each other.” Dr. William H. Foege Task Force for Global Health mourns death and celebrates legacy of Task Force Co-Founder and former CDC Director Dr. William H. Foege The Task Force […]
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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
We are thrilled that @forbes.com has named us one of America's Top 100 Charities! Our rating of 100% for fundraising efficiency reflects our commitment to those we serve and those who support our work. In this challenging time for global health, we are honored to be recognized as a great investment.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
CWW just updated our “STH Facts and Figures” page to highlight new figures from WHO’s Schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases: progress report, 2024! Visit the page here: childrenwithoutworms.org/resources/st...
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
2023 WHO data noted that 5 countries in the WHO African and Eastern Mediterranean Regions stopped preventive chemotherapy after impact assessments demonstrated an STH prevalence <2%. These countries showcase the effectiveness of STH control efforts in reducing its prevalence.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
The #STH Convening on Drug Access and Delivery memo is now live! The discussions held aimed to determine how to best ensure the continued delivery of deworming drugs and prepare for sustained access beyond 2030. Read it here: childrenwithoutworms.org/sth-convenin...
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
WHO data suggests that the total number of children requiring PC for STH decreased by 21.7 million between 2022 and 2023. This reduction shows the positive impact that global STH control programs have had in helping eliminate suffering from intestinal worm infections in children around the world.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
CWW was pleased to attend #NNN2025 in Kampala, Uganda! We want to spotlight the outstanding presentations that reflect the success of our collaborative work with partners.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Calling all #NNN2025 attendees! Please join us on Wed. Oct. 1 at 16:30 EAT for a workshop on model-based geostatistics (MBG) for PC-NTD programs! Attendees will leave with a better understanding of MBG’s current capabilities and limitations We hope to see you there, in-person or virtually!
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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
@cwwatlanta.bsky.social, a program of @taskforce.bsky.social, launched of their website’s newest resource, the #STH Resources Hub! The STH Resources Hub centralizes key STH-related documents and data sources. Visit the Hub today: bit.ly/4mN5lZQ
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Global Schistosomiasis Alliance @gsa.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Will you be at the NTD NGO Network Annual conference, Kampala, 30 Sept - 2 Oct 2025 ? Don't miss the #schistosomiasis & soil-transmitted helminthiasis session - Wednesday, 1 October 2025, 8am EAT, Albert Hall room / online. Register here: www.ntd-ngonetwork.org/2025-nnn-con... #NNN2025 #BeatNTDs
Blue background - on right-hand side the logos for the Neglected Tropical Disease Non-Governmental Organization Network (NNN) and the NNN Schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis disease specific group (NNN SCH-STH DSG). Under this the theme of the conference is written: "Sustainable Innovations for Impact - Transforming the Fight Against NTDs". Under this a list of bullet points:  "Talks, Q&A, Discussion", "Pediatric Praziquantel Consortium", "Updates from STH Consultation meeting", "Tanzania's experience of integrated delivery", "WHO update". 
On the Left: "NNN Schistosomiasis and Soil Transmitted Helminthiasis Disease Specific Group Session. Wednesday, 1 October 8.00am EAT. We warmly welcome you to the NNN SCH-STH DSG session at the NNN Annual conference! Register here: https://www.ntd-ngonetwork.org/2025-nnn-conference"
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
The END Fund recently published an article highlighting Afghanistan’s school-based deworming program and the notable efforts their #STH control program has taken to ensure that adolescent girls continue to receive treatment for intestinal worms. You can read the article here: end.org/afghanistans...
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Afghanistan’s school deworming efforts – and the ‘missing million’ girls in need of treatment - The END Fund Afghanistan's school deworming efforts
By Ruchi Kr Decades of conflict, widespread poverty and political instability in Afghanistan have created a challenging landscape for humanitarian work, and the deworming program is no exception.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
The @taskforce.bsky.social recently interviewed colleagues from Bangladesh’s MOHFW and Malawi’s MOH as well as CWW staff for an article in the TFGH's August Dispatches Newsletter! Read the article to learn more about how national programs are making lasting strides in the fight against #STH:
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
CWW is thrilled to announce the launch of our website’s newest resource, the #STH Resources Hub! The STH Resources Hub centralizes key STH-related documents and data sources. If there’s a resource you’d like us to add, please let us know. Visit the Hub today: lnkd.in/g4MMsN8Z
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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
We stand in support of our colleagues and friends in public health, whose work continues to improve lives both locally and globally. @emoryuniversity.bsky.social
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
Check out @taskforce.bsky.social Fiscal Year 2024 annual report “One by One: The Gains Are Won.” The report showcases the global health impact of the Task Force for Global Health's diverse portfolio of nearly 20 programs, including Children Without Worms.
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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
World Hepatitis Day is July 28, and this year's theme reminds us that there are still barriers to eliminating hepatitis B and C. Read more about the critical work being done by our Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination program and how we can achieve a hepatitis-free future: buff.ly/opSqOz2
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Check out this fascinating new study that describes the potential of moxidectin-albendazole combination therapy for the treatment of Trichuris trichiura (whipworm) infections in school-aged children: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
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Efficacy and safety of moxidectin–albendazole combination therapy for Trichuris trichiura infections in school-aged children: a double-blind, randomised, controlled, superiority trial
Moxidectin-albendazole combination therapy was superior to albendazole monotherapy in terms of efficacy in the treatment of trichuriasis in school-aged children. Both treatments presented a similar sa...
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
CWW's epidemiologist, Dr. Sullivan, recently visited Bangladesh to collaborate with the STH Control Program of the DGHS, MOHFW in preparation of upcoming #STH school-based surveys. These surveys are an important tool to monitor STH prevalence and direct interventions to those who will benefit most.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Last week, CWW invited Dr. Sofie Van Hoecke of ID Lab at #UGent, @pete.enaiblers.com of @enaiblers.com, and Jerusha Weaver of @uncpublichealth.bsky.social to present their exciting research on AI for NTDs. We want to thank the speakers for all the work they’re doing!
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Our Interim Director, Patrick Lammie, was recently featured in a @science.org article that details how recent events have impacted the #NTD community. You can read the article here: www.science.org/content/arti...
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Crippling tropical diseases threaten to surge after U.S. funding cuts
Closing of programs that fought neglected diseases imperils drug donation and distribution efforts in 26 countries
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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
A new @npr.org piece highlights the importance of Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) work and why it's more important than ever to highlight these efforts. Thank you @jpatadams.bsky.social for writing such a timely piece: n.pr/43Nu2Nv #beatNTDs
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'Neglected tropical diseases' now face even more neglect
U.S. aid cuts could jeopardize the supply of donated drugs that are hailed for their effectiveness in combating neglected diseases like river blindness, schistosomiasis and trachoma.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
The meeting report for March’s #STH Advisory Committee annual meeting is now online! The report provides an insightful overview of the discussions that were held, ranging from new and combination therapies to research priorities for STH. Read it here: lnkd.in/eJbvK9yA
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
CWW looks forward to joining the NTD NGO Network Schistosomiasis and Soil-transmitted helminthiasis Disease-Specific Group's virtual Spring Meeting on Monday, May 19th. See you there!
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
If you haven’t already, make sure to check out CWW’s #STH Facts & Figures page! This recent addition to CWW’s website features facts and figures from the most recent WHO Weekly Epidemiological Record. You can find it here: lnkd.in/g5rHmRzJ #NTD #GlobalHealth
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
This #WorldHandHygieneDay, learn the 5 steps to proper handwashing with Elmo and Raya! Earlier this year, CWW collaborated with Sesame Workshop Bangladesh and the Directorate General of Health Services - Bangladesh to launch a series of PSAs. You can watch Elmo and Raya's PSA here: lnkd.in/gxVhnxS5
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
The “Little Doctors” PSA that we created with Sesame Workshop Bangladesh and the Bangladesh MOFHW was featured in @taskforce.bsky.social April Newsletter Dispatch! Check it out to learn more about how Bangladesh's "Little Doctors" help prevent #STH infections in children. #GlobalHealth #NTD
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Today is the first day of #WorldImmunizationWeek 2025! This year’s theme, Immunization for All is Humanly Possible, reminds us that vaccinations help protect our communities and loved ones from vaccine-preventable diseases. #VaccinesWork #HumanlyPossible
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Today is #WorldChagasDiseaseDay which raises awareness for #Chagas disease. Like #STH, Chagas disease is an #NTD caused by a parasite. Chagas disease affects about 6-7 million worldwide and often goes undetected. Early detection is vital as it can be cured if treatment is given soon after infection.
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
On March 29th, CWW brought together the #STH Advisory Committee at @swisstph.ch to discuss advancing STH control, new and combination therapies, and monitoring & evaluation challenges. Be on the lookout for our report! #GlobalHealth #NeglectedTropicalDisease #NTD
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Every 7 seconds, a woman or newborn dies, or a baby is lost to stillbirth. This year, #WorldHealthDay is shining a light on preventable maternal and newborn deaths. Let’s work together to ensure #HopefulFutures and #HealthForAll
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Children Without Worms @cwwatlanta.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Hello, Bluesky! We're Children Without Worms (CWW), a @taskforce.bsky.social program that envisions a world in which all people are healthy & free of intestinal worm infections. Follow us to learn more about our work around soil-transmitted helminthiasis (#STH) control!
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