Lorenzo Savioli
Lorenzo Savioli
Lorenzo Savioli (pronunciation: loh-REN-zoh sah-vee-OH-lee) is a renowned medical professional known for his significant contributions to the field of Tropical Medicine and Public Health.
Etymology
The name 'Lorenzo' is of Italian origin, meaning 'from Laurentum', a town in ancient Italy. 'Savioli' is also an Italian surname, but its etymology is not well-documented.
Career
Lorenzo Savioli has had a distinguished career in the field of Tropical Medicine. He has worked extensively with the World Health Organization (WHO), where he served as the Director of the Department of Control of Neglected Tropical Diseases. His work has been instrumental in the development and implementation of strategies for the control and elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs).
Contributions
Savioli's contributions to the field of Public Health are numerous. He has been a strong advocate for the integration of NTD control into broader health systems and has played a key role in the development of the WHO's roadmap for NTD control. His work has also been instrumental in raising awareness about the burden of NTDs and the need for increased funding and research in this area.
Related Terms
- Tropical Medicine: The branch of medicine that deals with health problems that occur uniquely, are more widespread, or prove more difficult to control in tropical and subtropical regions.
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals.
- World Health Organization: A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health.
- Neglected Tropical Diseases: A diverse group of communicable diseases that prevail in tropical and subtropical conditions in 149 countries.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lorenzo Savioli
- Wikipedia's article - Lorenzo Savioli
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