Noma, a severe gangrenous infection affecting the face and mouth, has been officially recognized as a neglected tropical disease (NTD) by the World Health Organization (WHO). This designation, achieved through a collaborative effort involving noma survivors, organizations like Doctors Without Borders, and the Nigerian Ministry of Health, aims to increase attention and funding for the disease. Noma survivors, such as Mulikat Okanlawon, have been instrumental in advocating for this recognition, co-founding associations and working to support others affected by the condition. The inclusion of noma on the WHO's NTD list is expected to facilitate better monitoring and resource allocation for combating this devastating illness. AI
RANK_REASON Disease added to a major global health list by a prominent international organization. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]
- Claire Jeantet
- Doctors Without Borders International
- Elysium
- Mulikat Okanlawon
- Nigeria
- Nigerian Ministry of Health
- World Health Organization
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