The critical role of data for parasitic disease elimination

Data is the foundation upon which successful elimination strategies are built. However, significant data gaps persist across sub-Saharan Africa. Closing these gaps ensures that treatment strategies are informed by the most accurate information, enabling ministries of health to target treatment more efficiently and accelerate progress towards elimination.

This interactive storymap illustrates how impact assessments offer a cutting-edge, cost-effective solution to closing data gaps. By ensuring treatment is effectively targeted, they help concentrate resources on those most in need.