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SAFE strategy in trachoma programme include all except:

A
Screening
B
Antibiotics
C
Face washing
D
Environmental improvement
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e. Screening 'S' stands for Surgery not screening.'SAFE' strategy for TrachomaIts a WHO recommended strategy to fight trachoma.It includeSurgery - first component of the strategy for correction of trichiasis and entropionAntibiotics - Zithromax (azithromycin) single dose oral medication is used (Zithromax is donated by Pfizer Inc.) Tetracycline eye ointment was used before Pfizer donated Zithromax.Face washing -breaks the cycle of reinfection and prevents transmission of disease.Environmental Improvement - Poverty and poor living conditions contribute to high rates of blinding trachoma. Environmental improvement includesavailability of improved water suppliesimproved household sanitation, particularly safe disposal of feces.

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