There are many challenges facing the successful control and eradication of cutaneous and
visceral leishmaniasis. Leishmaniasis is still endemic in many poverty stricken and war torn
areas. Through the use of an extensive literature review, this article examined the global
disease burden of cutaneous and visceral leishmaniasis. Surveillance and control measures
for leishmaniasis being used by the World Health Organization were also discussed in this
article. Finally, potential new treatments and possible vaccines for leishmaniasis were …