Name the disease which has been added to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) list of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in december 2023?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
Noma, also known as cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis, has recently been added to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) list of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). This move aims to elevate awareness, stimulate research, secure finding and intensify efforts to combat this rare yet severe infection. Noma primarily affects impoverished communities in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly targeting children aged 2 to 6 years old.