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Oral Antibiotic Raises Hopes of Eradicating Yaws.

Authors :
MAURICE, JOHN
Source :
Science. 4/11/2014, Vol. 343 Issue 6180, p142-142. 1p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article presents information on neglected tropical diseases. Topics discussed include eradication of yaws by oral antibiotic, and the end of the only one human pathogen called smallpox. Also discussed are the outcomes of yaws including weepin skin ulcers on various body parts like face, back, and buttocks.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00368075
Volume :
343
Issue :
6180
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Science
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
95606475
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1126/science.344.6180.142