Vietnam among 21 countries to successfully eliminate trachoma
This marks a major milestone for Vietnam and its health sector after more than seven decades of persistent effort to combat trachoma.
Vietnam officially eliminates trachoma as public health issue
Vietnam is now among 21 nations recognised for successfully achieving this milestone.
Vietnam successfully eliminates trachoma: WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) confirmed on October 21 that Vietnam has eliminated trachoma, a contagious, bacterial disease that may eventually lead to blindness.
WHO: Cambodia, Laos eliminate trachoma eye disease
The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced on September 19 that Cambodia and Laos have eliminated trachoma.