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flag Niger becomes first African nation to eliminate river blindness, a milestone in public health.

flag Niger has become the first country in Africa to eliminate river blindness, a parasitic disease causing blindness, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). flag This achievement is due to a combination of vector control, mass drug distribution, and a strong partnership between the Nigerien government, WHO, and NGOs. flag Niger's success is seen as a model for other African countries battling similar neglected tropical diseases.

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