Trachoma in Asia-A disappearing scourge

Taiwan J Ophthalmol. 2016 Apr-Jun;6(2):55-57. doi: 10.1016/j.tjo.2016.04.002. Epub 2016 May 17.

Abstract

Trachoma is an ancient blinding eye disease. With improvements in hygiene and living conditions and development of targeted strategies by the World Health Organization, trachoma is being progressively eliminated. Great progress is being seen in Asian countries, many of which are becoming trachoma free.

Keywords: World Health Organization; targeted strategies; trachoma elimination.

Publication types

  • Review