Footwork UK

footworkuk.bsky.social

01 November 2025 14:56

Angelique's journey in Rwanda is a powerful reminder of the impact of stigma & the hope that treatment can bring. Developing podo at 17, she faced isolation until finding help at the Mulindi Treatment Centre. Now, she's a champion, educating her community! #Podoconiosis #GlobalHealth #Rwanda #HASA

Heather Ferguson

drheatherferg.bsky.social

01 November 2025 14:54

I tell my students the greatest public health intervention is the toilet. True - but shoes also rank high for prevention of many #NTDs - Tungiasis -Strongyloidiasis -Podoconiosis -Hookworm & STHs -Buruli ulcer -leptosporosis pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC... www.theguardian.com/global-devel...

Footwork UK

footworkuk.bsky.social

01 November 2025 14:51

Podo causes constant chronic pain, swelling, and crushing social stigma, limiting mobility. It's entirely preventable and treatable. Prioritise robust WASH and accessible footwear programs to break this cycle. Get in touch to know more at podo.org #Podoconiosis #NTDs #PublicHealth