Course project
The course project is mandatory and represents 40% of the final grade. Learners work in groups of 3 to 4, and all members are expected to participate and contribute.
DeliverablesA scientific poster (A0 size) using the provided template.
Group organisationEach group must explain how the work was organised and how tasks were distributed and coordinated.
DeadlineSubmission deadline: January 17th, 12:00 noon CET, Geneva time.
Project focus
The World Health Organization list of Neglected Tropical Diseases includes 21 conditions that mainly affect impoverished and rural populations in tropical and subtropical regions. Learners should read WHO's information on NTDs and the 2021-2030 WHO NTD Road Map. Module 7 will also cover NTDs.
The poster should address:
- Choose one NTD that is common, or that learners have heard about, in the camp where they live.
- Present evidence on the prevalence and burden of this NTD in the camp, the country of residence and the country of origin.
- State whether learners are aware of cases of this NTD in their community, without disclosing specific information about individual patients.
- Identify public health interventions implemented to prevent and control this NTD at local, national or regional levels.
- Propose an intervention to prevent and control this NTD in the community, focusing on the role of CHWs and the challenges they may face.
Sources and references
Groups may use peer-reviewed articles, official reports, reputable public health websites such as WHO Global Health Observatory, Ministry of Health and Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, as well as insights from health professionals or local leaders. Any source used must be cited on the slides and included in the reference list.
Student project
Final individual quiz
Bonus group activities
Mandatory participation
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