01687nas a2200205   4500000000100000008004100001260001600042653000900058653003100067653000800098653001100106100001500117700001500132700001300147245007600160856015300236300000900389520106900398022001401467       2024                            d  bElsevier BV10aNoma10aNeglected Tropical disease10aWHO10aAfrica1 aAdesola RO1 aAjibade FA1 aAgaie MI00aNoma (Cancrum Oris) in Africa: A newly added Neglected Tropical Disease  uhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2950008724000140/pdfft?md5=8c1e6e48bf00a08798bf56a84218ce33&pid=1-s2.0-S2950008724000140-main.pdf  a1-223 a<p>Noma is an overwhelming orofacial necrotizing disease and most cases occur in malnourished people, especially children. It is most common in tropical and subtropical regions of sub-Saharan Africa. Its high death rate, serious physical and psychological morbidity, stigmatization, and social discrimination are all contributing factors. Common public health interventions could prevent, control, and even eradicate noma. However, it is often disregarded when it comes to public health awareness, in-depth scientific research, and funding for prevention, treatment, and research. Noma was added to the list of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) on December 15, 2023, as it satisfies all WHO criteria for this classification. This paper aims to provide an updated global health review on noma in Africa to reduce its burden on the continent. Healthcare professionals need to be more knowledgeable about noma, and systematic worldwide data collection and documentation regarding noma need to be encouraged to keep track of and eradicate the disease in Africa.</p>
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