Mectizan Employee Directory

The Mectizan Donation Program (MDP) is the longest-running drug donation initiative aimed at eliminating neglected tropical diseases, specifically river blindness and lymphatic filariasis. Established in 1987, MDP collaborates with partners across 62 countries to ensure access to Mectizan, a medication donated by Merck & Co., Inc., for communities... affected by these diseases. The program focuses on training local distributors to facilitate treatment in endemic areas, thereby empowering communities to combat these debilitating illnesses. MDP's mission is to create a future free of river blindness and lymphatic filariasis through sustained local efforts and partnerships.Read More