The elimination of trachoma in Fiji: lessons for global public health

This commentary highlights Fiji's recent validation by the World Health Organization that, as a country, it has eliminated trachoma as an ophthalmological public health concern. The piece reflects on the strategies that contributed to this achievement, which includes the integration of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions through community engagement and health education for eye health. The commentary also places Fiji's success within the broader global context of neglected tropical diseases. It focuses on the importance of sustainable and equitable approaches to promote their elimination.

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International Health
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2026-03-04
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https://doi.org/10.1093/inthealth/ihag032
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Reproductive tract infections research
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The elimination of trachoma in Fiji: lessons for global public health

Chloé Moran, Ayesha Malik
International Health
Reproductive tract infections research
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The elimination of trachoma in Fiji: lessons for global public health

Chloé Moran, Ayesha Malik
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Abstract

This commentary highlights Fiji's recent validation by the World Health Organization that, as a country, it has eliminated trachoma as an ophthalmological public health concern. The piece reflects on the strategies that contributed to this achievement, which includes the integration of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions through community engagement and health education for eye health. The commentary also places Fiji's success within the broader global context of neglected tropical diseases. It focuses on the importance of sustainable and equitable approaches to promote their elimination.

International Health
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 23%
Reproductive tract infections research
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