Disease eradication efforts

Disease eradication efforts involve coordinated global initiatives to completely eliminate a disease’s presence. This includes widespread vaccination, surveillance to detect cases, public education, and sometimes treatment campaigns. The goal is to interrupt transmission so the disease can no longer infect people worldwide, eventually leading to its disappearance from the planet. Successful eradication requires strong healthcare infrastructure, international cooperation, and sustained effort over many years. Once achieved, eradication means the disease no longer poses a threat, saving lives and reducing long-term health and economic costs.