Wiping out trachoma was a childhood dream for Asad Aslam Khan. As a young boy, on visits to his father's village outside of Lahore, Pakistan, he'd see the fields, but was haunted by the image of people unable to work due to blindness caused by the disease.
Albis Gabrielli emphasizes that the certification of disease elimination is significant, stating, 'These are great accomplishments that have been achieved with very limited means,' highlighting the dedication and effort of countries achieving these milestones.
Anthony Solomon noted the challenge of disease eradication: 'It's a massive effort that required mobilization of hundreds or thousands of health-care workers and other personnel,' stressing the coordinated effort needed for success.
The article details that in 2024, countries like Cape Verde and Egypt achieved malaria-free status, while Brazil, Timor Leste, Jordan, and others eliminated various diseases, showing both global progress and the challenges faced.
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