Onchocerciasis and trachoma control: what has changed in the past two decades?
2008
Onchocerciasis and Trachoma Control: Progress Over Two Decades
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Etya'ale Daniel
Primary Institution: World Health Organization
Conclusion
Significant progress has been made in controlling onchocerciasis and trachoma, with many countries now achieving elimination goals.
Supporting Evidence
- Onchocerciasis control programs have expanded significantly since the 1980s.
- The donation of Mectizan® has been crucial in the fight against onchocerciasis.
- Trachoma control efforts have gained momentum with the introduction of the SAFE strategy.
Takeaway
This study shows that two diseases causing blindness, onchocerciasis and trachoma, are being controlled better now than ever before, thanks to new strategies and drug donations.
Methodology
This is a programmatic review summarizing the developments in control strategies for onchocerciasis and trachoma over the past two decades.
Limitations
The review does not provide quantitative data or specific statistical analyses of the control programs.
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