Our approach
Our Approach to Tropical Disease Elimination
Integrated community care, practical research and prevention for underserved communities in Uganda.
Integrated Community Care
We bring detection, care and prevention for neglected tropical diseases, including tungiasis, scabies, podoconiosis, trachoma, helminthiasis and leishmaniasis, closer to underserved communities. Our approach works through existing community structures, including Village Health Teams and frontline health workers, with referral where needed.
Research and Innovation
We investigate disease distribution, risk factors and practical approaches to prevention and care. We apply and evaluate these approaches ourselves, confirming their effectiveness before sharing them with others to inform programmes and health services.
Prevention and Recovery
We use locally available resources and encourage communities to do the same to strengthen water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) practices. We provide affected people with locally sourced supplies, including soap, basins and slippers, to support hygiene, self-care and prevention. These practical measures form part of our support for recovery, mobility and participation in everyday life.
Sustainable Access to Treatment
IFOTRODE plans to establish a regulated procurement and distribution pathway for the dimeticone formulation used in tungiasis treatment. The proposed model would supply institutional partners and help maintain treatment availability beyond individual grants. Implementation depends on regulatory requirements and operational feasibility.
Turn Evidence Into Action
Discuss research collaboration, community-based programmes or implementation support with IFOTRODE.