Prioritizing research for "One health - One world"

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Tropical Medicine
• Global Health

Background:

• Infectious diseases disproportionately affect impoverished populations worldwide.
• Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a subset of these, often linked to specific transmission routes involving vectors or intermediate hosts.
• A deeper understanding of the interplay between poverty and infectious disease is crucial for effective control strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce the journal Infectious Diseases of Poverty (IDP) as a platform for research.
• To foster a better understanding of the relationship between infectious diseases and poverty.
• To contribute to the prioritization of control plans for these diseases.

Main Methods:

• The journal IDP will publish original and empirical research.
• It will feature analyses of disease burdens, their geographical distribution, and research needs.
• Scoping reviews and highlights of trans-disciplinary work will also be included.

Main Results:

• The launch of IDP signifies a dedicated effort to address infectious diseases of poverty.
• The journal aims to explore new research avenues and facilitate knowledge sharing.
• It will cover work from all global regions.

Conclusions:

• IDP provides a vital platform for advancing research on infectious diseases of poverty and NTDs.
• The journal supports the "One health - One world" concept by encouraging trans-disciplinary approaches.
• By publishing diverse research, IDP seeks to inform and improve global health strategies for poverty-related diseases.