TRACHOMA

An eye disease, trachoma is one of the oldest diseases known to humankind and one of the most preventable. Caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, trachoma often begins as a childhood illness, spreading easily from child to child, and from child to caregiver... We manage the allocation and distribution of the antibiotic, Zithromax®, donated by Pfizer, to treat active trachoma infections; and collaborate with our partners to implement all other aspects of the World Health Organization-recommended SAFE Strategy.

Also known as: International Trachoma Initiative

Primary location: Decatur United States