Nearly a decade ago, Jimmy Carter envisioned a world without Guinea worm disease, which once inflicted pain on millions. Though efforts have seen a 99.999% decline, stubborn cases remain, risking the former president's hope of outliving the disease.
The eradication aims for a target date of 2030, marking what could be the second-ever eradication of a disease, following smallpox, yet challenges persist with only 14 recorded human cases last year despite prior millions.
Carter's vision is being spearheaded by the Carter Center, which continues to face obstacles in eliminating Guinea worm disease, indicating the ongoing struggle despite significant progress over the last few decades.
CEO Paige Alexander emphasized the importance of fieldwork, noting her recent visit to Chad with WHO's director-general, underlining the commitment of the Carter Center to fulfill Carter's legacy.
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