Buruli Ulcer: Promising New Drug Candidate Against a Forgotten Disease

Swiss TPH Buruli ulcer is a neglected tropical disease (NTD) resulting in debilitating skin lesions, disabilities and stigmatisation. The current antibiotic treatment is long and has severe adverse side effects. Researchers from the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) together with colleagues from Singapore have discovered a highly effective compound against Buruli ulcer which has the potential to become a powerful alternative to the existing treatment options. Results were published today in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Communications. (Photo: A promising new drug candidate may improve treatment options of Buruli ulcer patients/ © Hubert Vuagnat)

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