Swiss Tropical & Public Health Institute

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

This study will test whether screening newborns for sickle cell disease using a simple point-of-care test and starting comprehensive care early can reduce serious health problems and deaths. About 120 babies aged 0-6 months in Yopougon, Côte d'Ivoire, will be screened and, if pos…

This study tests whether a health education program that respects local cultural beliefs can help new mothers in Ethiopia better care for their newborns and use postnatal care services. About 864 pregnant women will receive four monthly education sessions from trained midwives du…

This study tests whether giving mothers a cash reward for breastfeeding until their child is 24 months old increases breastfeeding rates and improves health. About 1,040 mothers in Côte d'Ivoire will either receive the reward plus education or just education. Researchers will tra…