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Discussion Forum : Science - Latest Current Affairs (Q.No. 108)

2023-12-21 Science

108.

In which age group does Noma, a disease recently added to the World Health Organization's list of Neglected Tropical Diseases, primarily affect?

0 to 2 years old

2 to 6 years old

6 to 10 years old

10 to 14 years old

Answer: Option

Explanation:

Noma, also known as cancrum oris, primarily affects children aged 2 to 6 years old, and it has been added to the WHO's list of Neglected Tropical Diseases to enhance awareness and efforts for combating this severe infection in impoverished communities.