World view News, analysis and insights from around the globe, edited by Liam Kay Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect 1.5 billion people globally We benefit from expertise and experience that transcends borders (p9) (p10) Without data adequacy, the UK economy could have lost 85bn (p9) Local pastors and imams could help spread health messages (p10) Hygiene practices can reduce NTD infections by 70% Its still possible to attract the best talent, but we need to continue to invest (p9) (p10) 8 Impact ISSUE 37 2022_pp8-9_WV intro_UK.indd 8 28/03/2022 14:32