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Australia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem

The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in the health of indigenous peoples and in global efforts to combat neglected tropical disea…

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The World Health Organization has validated Australia as the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem. Trachoma, a leading cause of infectious blindness, no longer poses a public health threat in Australia. This milestone is a significant achievement in global efforts to combat neglected tropical diseases.

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