Project Zero
Project Zero is an ongoing series to raise awareness around neglected tropical diseases and efforts to fight them. At least 18 of these diseases affect more than 1 billion people worldwide -- but they're not on the public's radar.
The disease, sleeping sickness, causes hallucinations, insanity and death if left untreated.
Much more can be done to fight them.
The illnesses it combats affect the world's poorest people.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
He’s working to stamp out African sleeping sickness, a deadly disease that can cause hallucinations and personality changes.
Sleeping sickness has plagued Africa for centuries. There's finally a chance to stamp it out.
Neglected tropical diseases affect over a billion people. But you can play a part in stopping them.
Take that, malaria. 👊
"It's time for disabled people, especially women with disabilities, to come out of their homes, build their confidence and lead a life with dignity."