{"id":1664,"date":"2026-09-14T13:05:25","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T13:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neurosolve.net\/?p=1664"},"modified":"2026-09-14T13:15:36","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T13:15:36","slug":"neurosolve-at-the-9th-world-one-health-congress-in-lisbon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neurosolve.net\/index.php\/2026\/09\/14\/neurosolve-at-the-9th-world-one-health-congress-in-lisbon\/","title":{"rendered":"NeuroSolve at the 9th World One Health Congress in Lisbon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Last week, the city of Lisbon<\/strong>, Portugal, hosted the 9th World One Health Congress (WOHC)<\/strong>, a major global gathering dedicated to integrated human, animal, and environmental health approaches (One Health<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event brought together researchers, experts, and organizations from around the world. On this occasion, our team member Anthony Nyerere<\/strong> \u2013 a PhD student from the Sokoine University of Agriculture<\/em> (SUA) \u2013 delivered an insightful oral presentation highlighting the progress and findings of the NeuroSolve project.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\u201cThe Wealth Paradox\u201d and Behavioral Sustainability<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During his presentation, Anthony Nyerere shared a compelling study titled: \u201cThe Wealth Paradox: Survival Analysis of Behavioral Sustainability in Taenia solium Preventive Practices, Tanzania\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The research fits seamlessly into NeuroSolve\u2019s mission, tackling complex health challenges associated with neurocysticercosis and the prevention of Taenia solium<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By analyzing longitudinal data from 521 households<\/strong> across the Kongwa and Songwe Districts in Tanzania, the study evaluated the long-term sustainability of key preventive behaviors, including latrine use, pig confinement, and household water treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Early Discontinuation and Cycling:<\/strong> Practice sustainability proved to be non-linear. A striking 58% of practice lapses<\/strong> occurred within the first two years, and 23% of households cycled between adopting and abandoning behaviors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The Wealth Paradox:<\/strong> Among the most thought-provoking findings, the factors driving initial adoption do not ensure long-term maintenance. Wealthier households adopted pig confinement faster but were paradoxically 35% more likely to discontinue<\/strong> the practice over time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Implementation Science Focus:<\/strong> Traditional cross-sectional data can overestimate sustained behavior. Future interventions must specifically target behavioral durability and phase-specific determinants to ensure an equitable and lasting health impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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    A Global Commitment under the One Health Umbrella<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Anthony Nyerere’s presence in Lisbon highlights the strength and vitality of the research network behind NeuroSolve, a project deeply rooted in the holistic vision of human, animal, and ecological well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sharing these insights on a global stage like the World One Health Congress<\/em> is a crucial step toward translating scientific evidence into effective public health policies tailored to vulnerable communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For more information about the NeuroSolve project and our research activities, reach out to us.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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