Initiative for the Elimination of Trachoma in the Americas. Second year of implementation: Annual report 2024–2025

Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide. In the Americas, PAHO and the Government of Canada are driving its elimination through the Initiative for the Elimination of Trachoma in the Americas, a five-year effort (2023–2027) supported by a CAD$15 million investment benefiting ten countries in the Region. In addition to accelerating progress toward elimination, the Initiative provides comprehensive health care to historically underserved populations. During its second year, epidemiological surveillance was strengthened, and implementation of WHO’s SAFE strategy (Surgery, Antibiotics, Facial cleanliness, and Environmental improvement) advanced.