Disease Elimination

Disease elimination refers to reducing the incidence of a specific disease to zero within a defined geographic area, meaning no new cases are reported there. Unlike eradication, which is global and complete removal, elimination focuses on local or national regions. Achieving elimination involves effective prevention, vaccination, and interventions to stop transmission. Once elimination is reached, ongoing efforts are needed to prevent re-establishment of the disease. It signifies significant progress in public health, reducing illness and healthcare costs, and improving quality of life for communities.