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health26 days ago•4 min saved

Guinea worm nears eradication milestone as 2025 records drop to 10 human cases

Global health officials report a record-low 10 human guinea-worm cases in 2025 (in Chad, Ethiopia, and South Sudan), keeping the eradication program on track to potentially remove the parasite as a human-disease threat—only the second disease to be eradicated after smallpox. Animal infections persist in several countries, but case reporting, public education, and safer water measures continue to drive transmission down since 1986, with hundreds of millions of cases prevented.

via Ars Technica|

#carter-center #eradication #guinea-worm

health28 days ago•15 min saved

Guinea worm near-eradication as 2025 reports only 10 human cases, Carter Center says

The Carter Center reports that human Guinea worm infections dropped to a historic low of 10 cases in 2025, signaling the world is closing in on eradication of the disease.

via AP News|

#carter-center #eradication #global-health

obituary2 years ago•6 min saved

"Remembering Rosalynn Carter: A Legacy of Respect, Service, and Impact"

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter's remains were transported to the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta, where she will lie in repose for three days. Hundreds of people gathered to pay their respects as the motorcade passed through downtown Americus. The public will have the opportunity to pay their respects at the library, while two private funerals will be held for invited guests. Memorial services and commemorations are scheduled throughout the week, honoring Rosalynn Carter's contributions as a global humanitarian and advocate for mental health and caregiving.

via FOX 5 Atlanta|

#carter-center #funeral #memorial

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rosalynn Carter: A Legacy of Love and Inspiration"

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will attend a tribute service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta next week. Vice President Kamala Harris and the second gentleman will also be in attendance. The service is part of a series of ceremonies to celebrate Carter's life, including public visitation at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, a tribute service at Glenn Memorial Church, and a funeral service at Maranatha Baptist Church. Former President Jimmy Carter's attendance has not been confirmed. Rosalynn Carter, known for her advocacy for mental health, passed away at the age of 96 after being diagnosed with dementia.

via CNN|

#carter-center #first-lady-jill-biden #politics

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Rosalynn Carter, Former First Lady, Enters Hospice Care Following Dementia Diagnosis

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who was diagnosed with dementia in May, has entered hospice care at home in Plains, Georgia. The 96-year-old is spending time with her family, and further details about her health were not provided. Her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, began home hospice care earlier this year. The Carters, who celebrated their 77th wedding anniversary in July, founded the Carter Center together and have been influential figures in advancing world peace and health.

via CNN|

#carter-center #dementia #health

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Celebrate 99th Birthday at Georgia Festival"

Former President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, attended the Plains Peanut Festival in Georgia ahead of Carter's 99th birthday. The couple rode through the festival in an SUV, with the Carter Center sharing a video on social media. Carter, who entered hospice care in February, has faced health challenges in recent years. In an interview, their grandson acknowledged that they are in the "final chapter." Despite Rosalynn Carter's dementia, she still recognizes her family. The Carters have been married for 77 years, making them the longest-married presidential couple.

via CNN|

#carter-center #georgia #jimmy-carter

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Carter Center Urges Release of Polling Station Results in Calm Sierra Leone Election

The Carter Center has called on the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) to release election results by polling station, allowing parties and observers to verify the data. This comes after discrepancies were found between the ECSL results and those of the National Election Watch (NEW). The Carter Center has expressed concerns about the lack of transparency during the tabulation process and has observed irregularities that question the integrity of the results. They recommend setting aside results from ballot boxes opened in violation of procedure until a credible review can be conducted.

via The Carter Center|

#carter-center #elections #electoral-commission