Carter made eradicating Guinea worm disease a top mission of The Carter Center, uniting public health experts, donors, and villagers to tackle this debilitating disease.
Even after entering home hospice care, Carter continued to seek updates on Guinea worm disease, showing his unwavering commitment to eradicate it before his passing.
In 1986, the Carter Center launched its campaign against Guinea worm disease when approximately 3.5 million cases were reported, with efforts now bringing cases down to only 14 in 2023.
The World Health Organization aims for Guinea worm eradication by 2030, but Carter Center leaders are hopeful for an even earlier success, reflecting Carter’s enduring legacy.
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