Jordania has been praised for its “historical framework” in eliminating ancient knowledge.
Jordan has become the first country in the world to eradicate Hansenias disease, which was announced to the World Health Organization at the fifth exhibition.
The locally-originated Hansenia case was reported in this Middle Eastern country more than 20 years ago and was verified by an independent team commissioned by the World Health Organization.
“This success has been possible thanks to the leadership of the Ministry of Health, the strong collaboration between WHO and the Ministry, and the technical support provided by WHO three years ago.” Dr. Jamila Al-Ribi, WHO Representative in Jordan, spoke at the fifth exhibition.
“The elimination of this millennium-old disease in Jordan is a historic milestone in public health and a major success for efforts to eradicate leprosy worldwide.” Saima Wajid, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia and Head of WHO's Global Hansenia Programme, said:
The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, also commended the government of Ama Bella. “impressive frame” In public health.
“Leprosy has affected humanity for thousands of years, but from country to country we are trying to prevent transmission and free individuals, families and communities from their suffering and stigma.” Tedros said.
The problem has been known since ancient times, when it was inside the body and resulted in a series of deficiencies, from blindness to loss of limbs.
Dr Hanan Balkhi, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, said:
Open Jordan “It will change the discourse around this ancient and stigmatized crime.” This is either He added: “It will serve as an inspiration to other countries, encouraging them to intensify their efforts and overcome the obstacles that prevent this great achievement.”
The World Health Organization and the Jordanian Ministry of Health stress the importance of maintaining health. “strong monitoring systems” To detect potential new cases of the disease in the future.
It is known as officially known that there is a bacterial infection. If left untreated, it can cause serious damage to the skin, peripheral nerves, upper respiratory tract infections and eyes. Leprosy is transmitted by droplets from the nose and mouth, but it requires “Close and prolonged contact over months” It is not transmitted through casual contact with infected people, according to the World Health Organization.
It is classified by the World Health Organization as a neglected tropical disease (DTN) and still occurs in more than 120 countries. India, Brazil and Indonesia account for 80% of cases worldwide.
