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Australia Joins 30 Nations in Eliminating Trachoma, a Leading Cause of Infectious Blindness

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Australia Joins 30 Nations in Eliminating Trachoma, a Leading Cause of Infectious Blindness

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Australia has officially eliminated trachoma as a public health concern, becoming the 30th country to reach this milestone. This infectious disease, which has long threatened vision in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, can now be prevented through continued public health efforts. The achievement represents significant progress in global eye health and disease elimination.

Australia has officially eliminated trachoma as a public health concern, becoming the 30th country to reach this milestone. This infectious disease, which has long threatened vision in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, can now be prevented through continued public health efforts. The achievement represents significant progress in global eye health and disease elimination.

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