Swiss Tropical & Public Health Institute

This study tests whether a single dose of a new drug called emodepside can cure infections from soil-transmitted worms (like whipworm, hookworm, and roundworm) better than the current standard treatment, which requires multiple doses. About 315 adolescents and adults with confirm…

This study tests whether a new approach—using a simple point-of-care test to screen newborns for sickle cell disease and then starting comprehensive care right away—can reduce serious health problems and deaths in babies up to 6 months old. About 120 infants in Yopougon, Côte d'I…

This study tests whether a health education program that respects local cultural beliefs can help new mothers in Ethiopia use postnatal care services more often. About 864 pregnant women will receive four monthly education sessions from trained midwives during regular check-ups. …