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From the Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), welcome to the Global Health Dictionary. 📖🌐

This project aims to explain some of the most common (and sometimes complex) terms we use on a daily basis.

All the definitions and materials have been created by our Communications team in collaboration with the Centre’s researchers 💻🔍. As we can’t cover all the terms used in science and medicine, we will focus on those that are most relevant to our scientific agenda. 🗓️

But… it’s not finished yet! The dictionary will continue to be updated as we add new words and resources. Stay tuned! ✨

TODAY’S WORD IS…

Ivermectin
What is ivermectin? Ivermectin is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic medicine , meaning it is a drug capable of controlling a wide range of parasites. It belongs to the avermectin class and has been used since the 1980s for the treatment and control of a variety of parasitic diseases affecting both humans and animals. It is included in the World Health Organization (WHO) Model List of Essential Medicines because of its effectiveness, safety and importance in the treatment of certain neglected tropical...
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