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Global Health
Infectious Disease Control
Parasitology

Background:

Dracunculiasis, or Guinea worm disease, was endemic in 20 countries in 1986.
Significant progress has been made in its global eradication.
The disease poses a significant public health challenge in affected regions.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize the status of the global Dracunculiasis Eradication Program as of early 2008.
To highlight progress and remaining challenges in Guinea worm disease eradication efforts.
To provide an update on transmission and case numbers worldwide.

Main Methods:

Data compilation from national eradication programs.
Analysis of reported dracunculiasis cases and endemic villages.
Review of transmission status in remaining affected countries.

Main Results:

Transmission eliminated in 15 of the 20 endemic countries by end of 2007.
Worldwide reported cases reduced to 9,585 in 2007.
Nigeria and Niger nearing elimination; Sudan, Ghana, and Mali targeting 2009 interruption.

Conclusions:

The global Dracunculiasis Eradication Program is nearing its goal.
Sustained efforts are crucial to interrupt remaining transmission.
Interruption of Guinea worm disease transmission is achievable with continued commitment.