2. Chlamydia trachomatis in an intracellular bacteria that causes trachoma

3. The pathogen lives in modified endosomes in epithelial cells

4. Trachoma is transmitted by direct contact or by flies

5. Trichiasis causes blindness

6. The disease is generally diagnosed by simple observation

7. The “SAFE” strategy S: surgery A: antibiotic treatment F: facial cleanliness E: environmental changes

8. Mass treatment with azithromycin has proven effective in many areas

9. Overall load of C. trachomatis steadily declined over time in all age groups

10. Active trachoma decreased over time in all age groups

11. Combination therapy is the most common treatment of trachoma

12. The “SAFE” strategy S: surgery A: antibiotic treatment F: facial cleanliness E: environmental changes

13. Face washing is one way to prevent the spread of trachoma

14. Children and women in urban areas are the most vulnerable to trachoma

15. The “SAFE” strategy S: surgery A: antibiotic treatment F: facial cleanliness E: environmental changes

16. 6 Million people are blind due to trachoma and 150 million people need treatment

17. Africa and Southeast Asia have the highest rates of trachoma in the world

18. Numerous NGOs are involved in trachoma prevention and treatment

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