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Abstract:
Leprosy, malaria and jigger fleas are all in a week's work for London's Hospital for Tropical Diseases. But some fear that the internal market could bring its 170-year history to a close, reports Annabelle May.
Insights
London's Hospital for Tropical Diseases, known for treating tropical diseases like leprosy and malaria, faces closure due to internal market changes. This historic institution
Area of Science:
- Tropical medicine
- Infectious diseases
- Public health
Background:
- London's Hospital for Tropical Diseases has a 170-year history.
- The hospital treats a range of tropical diseases including leprosy, malaria, and jigger flea infestations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the potential closure of the historic hospital.
- To discuss the impact of internal market changes on the institution.
Main Methods:
- Investigative journalism
- Interviews (implied)
Main Results:
- The hospital faces potential closure.
- Internal market reforms are cited as the cause.
Conclusions:
- The closure would end a significant chapter in tropical disease treatment history.
- Further details on the internal market's specific impact are needed.