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Unravelling global health disparities: the role of medical anthropology in combatting neglect 
Convenors:
Papreen Nahar (University of Sussex)
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Chair:
Shahaduz Zaman (University of Sussex)
Formats:
Panel
Mode:
Face-to-face
:
Facultat de Geografia i Història 306
Sessions:
Friday 26 July, -, -
Time zone: Europe/Madrid

Short Abstract:

This panel aims to demonstrate how we can harness the power of medical anthropology to shed light on neglected health conditions and geographies, taking significant steps towards 'undoing' the disparities that persist in the world of knowledge.

Long Abstract:

This panel is dedicated to showcasing the potential of medical anthropology to confront neglect issues in global health. We aim to demonstrate how, through the effective application of medical anthropological concepts and methodologies, we can address neglect at three distinct levels. These dimensions of neglect include I) The Neglect of Stigmatized Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), II) The Neglect of Affected Patients and Communities in Endemic African Countries, III) The Neglect of Medical Anthropology as an Essential Discipline in Global Health.

Amidst the underutilization of the biosocial approach in global health, medical anthropology serves as a vital tool for exploring the complex landscape of these neglected conditions, spanning the "micro," "meso," and "macro" levels. This encompasses the realms of individual illness experiences, healthcare services, and the intricacies of political and policy landscapes. We plan to organize two sessions within this panel. These sessions aim to demonstrate how medical anthropology can unveil the cultural underpinnings, lived experiences and policy environment associated with NTDs, while also showcasing the application of anthropological methods in evaluating existing community interventions designed to mitigate social stigma related to NTDs.

Ultimately, this panel contributes to the broader field of anthropology by addressing and rectifying the imbalances between central and peripheral regions. We harness the power of anthropology to shed light on neglected health conditions and geographies, taking significant steps towards 'undoing' the disparities that persist in the world of knowledge.

Accepted papers:

Session 1 Friday 26 July, 2024, -
Session 2 Friday 26 July, 2024, -