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Can blinding trachoma be eliminated by 20/20?

J Kumaresan1

  • 1International Trachoma Initiative, New York, USA. jkumaresan@trachoma.org

Eye (London, England)
|November 24, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Trachoma, a leading cause of preventable blindness, still affects millions globally. The SAFE strategy, implemented by the International Trachoma Initiative and partners, shows critical successes in controlling this devastating disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Global Health

Background:

  • Trachoma is the world's leading cause of preventable blindness.
  • It disproportionately affects impoverished regions in Africa and Asia.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) reported 7.6 million visually impaired and 84 million active trachoma infections.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a history and description of trachoma.
  • To explain treatment options and the WHO-recommended SAFE strategy.
  • To discuss successful trachoma control programs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of trachoma history and epidemiology.
  • Explanation of the SAFE (Surgery, Antibiotics, Facial cleanliness, Environmental improvement) strategy.
  • Case studies of successful trachoma control initiatives.

Main Results:

  • The SAFE strategy has demonstrated critical successes in challenging environments.
  • Trachoma control programs have made significant progress towards elimination goals.
  • Effective implementation of SAFE is key to reducing the burden of trachoma.

Conclusions:

  • Eliminating blinding trachoma by 2020, though ambitious, is achievable with continued efforts.
  • The SAFE strategy is a proven and effective approach to trachoma control.
  • International collaboration and national programs are vital for eradicating trachoma.

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