Under the Big Tree

In Under the Big Tree, public health leader Ellen Agler and award-winning writer Mojie Crigler highlight the urgent issue of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which affect over one billion impoverished individuals worldwide. Through compelling narratives, they showcase the resilient efforts of diverse individuals—from car washers to surgeons—and the global initiatives aimed at treating and preventing these diseases. While the solutions may seem straightforward, the authors explore the intricate challenges of delivering care to remote communities and the collaboration required among local and international stakeholders to combat this public health crisis.