The SAFE strategy for trachoma control: using operational research for policy, planning and implementation

Trachoma is a neglected disease and also the world's leading infectious cause of blindness. It causes misery, dependency and is a barrier to development. Trachoma is controlled by a WHO-endorsed integrated strategy of surgery for trichiasis, antibiotic therapy, facial cleanliness and environmen...

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Main Authors: Emerson Paul M, Burton Matthew, Solomon Anthony W, Bailey Robin, Mabey David
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The World Health Organization 2006-01-01
Series:Bulletin of the World Health Organization
Online Access:http://www.scielosp.org/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0042-96862006000800012