ICTC

Coalition of NGOs, donors, academic institutions and private sector organizations supporting work to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem by 2030.

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

33 countries have eliminated trachoma as a public health problem. The population at risk has fallen 94% since 2002.

This #WorldSightDay, we celebrate an eye health success story. Better integration into eye health systems will help sustain these gains.

https://t.co/dEMqCt6wVy

[World Health Organization South-East Asia @WHOSEARO]

Many conditions can cause vision impairment. 👀

This #WorldSightDay and beyond, let’s make eye health a priority.

👉🏾 Check your vision. Take a moment to care for your eyes, and encourage your loved ones to do the same.

#EyeHealth #HealthForAll

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

33 countries have eliminated trachoma as a public health problem. The population at risk has fallen 94% since 2002.

This #WorldSightDay, we celebrate an eye health success story. Better integration into eye health systems will help sustain these gains.
https://t.co/dEMqCt5Z60

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

🇹🇱 Timor-Leste has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem!

It is the 33rd country globally and 4th in the @WHO South-East Asia Region to achieve this milestone. 👏

https://t.co/Zt6LdcOzfV

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

For 10 years, Tropical Data has helped put high-quality, country-owned data at the heart of #Trachoma elimination.

📊 4,200+ surveys
🌍 55 countries
👁️ 13.7M+ people examined
⏱️ One person examined every 26 seconds

Learn more: https://t.co/T5xijtVIEl

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Australia’s elimination of trachoma is a major achievement. But sustaining it depends on what comes next.

For #WorldWaterWeek, ICTC member Minum Barreng reflects on why water, sanitation, functioning housing, and community-led action remain essential.

https://t.co/39QpTMHtTv

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Health equity means reaching those most often left behind.

Visit @TrachomaControl to learn how the DRC is working with Indigenous Twa communities to improve access to trachoma surgery through community leadership and locally adapted care.

https://t.co/lcm16xuam6

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Achieving health equity starts with community leadership.

Visit @TrachomaControl for a case study highlighting how a community mascot improved hygiene and helped to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem in Australia.

#IndigenousPeoplesDay

https://t.co/7YsPIxduMJ

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

The global elimination of trachoma is within reach."

New @WHO data show 14 countries have eliminated trachoma in the last two years alone, bringing the total number to 32 globally.

Learn more: https://t.co/dEMqCt5Z60

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Congratulations to El Salvador on being validated by @WHO as having eliminated trachoma!

This achievement reflects strong national leadership and collaboration between the Ministry of Health, @PAHOWHO, @WHO, #TropicalData and other partners. https://t.co/nVWMjiUbPr

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Trachoma is not a public health problem in El Salvador! It is the 32nd country validated by @WHO for trachoma elimination.
Learn more: https://t.co/nVWMjiUbPr

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

At #HRC62, NTDs were recognized as an important human rights issue
that should be addressed. The resolution helps strengthen
accountability and momentum for action to address NTDs and reach
affected communities.
https://t.co/55CR6TNQ4r

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

What can we learn from delivering #NTD programmes in conflict settings?

This article shares lessons from disability-inclusive NTD programming in an IDP camp in the DRC, and how programmes can better reach people affected by conflict.
https://t.co/7pL9q3alyF

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

A South–South learning approach helped prepare teams for trachoma MDA in #Afghanistan.

Across 7 districts:
✅ 373,051 people treated
✅ 97.6% coverage
✅ No serious adverse events

A model for strengthening programme delivery in challenging areas?
https://t.co/VjBmBg59eg

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

NTD programs demonstrate the power of community-led healthcare. By reaching the most underserved communities, they are helping eliminate disease while strengthening health systems. Learn more:
https://t.co/VjQYUNy4Gh

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

The elimination of trachoma in Australia reminds us that trachoma is fundamentally a disease of inequity. Where there is limited access to clean water, barriers to health care, and social disadvantage, trachoma can persist. Learn more in The Lancet:
https://t.co/R6Pe3aftbk

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Tunisia has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem 🎉 It is the 31st country globally validated by @WHO as having reached this milestone—congratulations Tunisia! https://t.co/7guZsBZsat

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Did you know trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide? @WHO’s Dr Anthony Solomon explains what trachoma is, the progress we have made, and how we can eliminate it as a public health problem. Learn more:
https://t.co/iR84TKPYeF

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Australia’s elimination of trachoma demonstrates why equity and people-centred approaches must remain at the centre of trachoma programs.

Congratulations Australia and its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities on eliminating trachoma! #beatNTDs https://t.co/X4WnAHCDRD

[ICTC @TrachomaControl]

Australia has been validated by @WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, becoming the 30th country globally to #endtrachoma! Learn how community-led approaches were central to elimination👇. 

Congratulations Australia!
https://t.co/X4WnAHCDRD