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Overview
Trachoma is a neglected tropical disease. It occurs in some of the poorest populations with limited access to clean water, sanitation, and healthcare, and is the leading cause of blindness in the world. Based on 2020 data, it is estimated that 137 million people are at risk of trachoma in 44 endemic countries.
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On Eliminating Trachoma at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine by FutureLearn , you’ll explore the history of trachoma, how it is graded in individuals, as well as studying the decision making involved in eradicating this tropical disease.You’ll also discover how trachoma elimination strategies are implemented across the globe.
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Topics:
Natural history, clinical signs and grading of trachoma
Evidence from global mapping of trachoma
Planning and coordination of trachoma mapping and control activities at community, district, national and global levels
Development of a Trachoma Action Plan
Public health approach for the control of trachoma
How epidemiological data provides guidance for interventions and setting local targets
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Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
- 4 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 329 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomExplore more key information
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We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
This practical course is for everyone involved, or interested in, delivering health services to eliminate blinding trachoma.
It may be of interest to those working in or studying medicine, and will be of special use to those working in neglected tropical diseases (NTD), public health or ophthalmology.
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