Mass Drug Administration (MDA) has helped eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in more than 50 countries, but years ago, when rare, tragic reports emerged of children choking during treatment, The Task Force took immediate action.

Two Task Force teams – Children Without Worms and the Focus Area for Compassion and Ethics – launched a strategy combining rigorous research, global advocacy, official guidance, and hands-on training. This united global partners and led to the development of chewable and liquid medicines made specifically for children. Since then, there have been no reports of choking-related deaths during these campaigns! 👉 Read the full story of how safety and compassion are transforming global health at the link in our bio.