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Fiji Celebrates WHO Validation for Trachoma Elimination
10/21/2025
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Story summary
- Fiji has been validated by the World Health Organization for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem.
- Fiji is the 26th country worldwide to eliminate trachoma and the 58th to eliminate at least one neglected tropical disease.
- Health Minister Dr. Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu described the milestone as a defining moment for health equity in the Pacific.
- World Health Organization Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus praised Fiji's commitment and collaboration.
