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Tracoma, a serious eye infection and the greatest single cause of blindness by an infectious disease.
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Deficiencies in which vitamin are the most prevalent world wide?
defency in Vitamin A is leading cause of blindness worldwide
What was gas blindness in World War 1?
Different gases were used in WWI that caused blindness. Although gas masks offered some protection, mustard or chlorine gas would cause eye irritation and blindness. These gases could also cause very serious health problems or even death among the troops.
How can you get Onchocerciasis?
Onchocerciasis or river blindness is a parasitic disease with an insect vector that breeds in water. It is the world's second leading infectious cause of blindness. Controlling insect breeding sites in rivers is one of the pillars of prevention
Which single town suffered the Greatest losses of a single town in England to World War 1 killed in action?
who is Adam single.what is single town
Where is this quote from The greatest single cause of atheism in the world today?
"The greatest single cause of atheism in the world today is Christians, who acknowledge Jesus with their lips and walk out the door, and deny Him by their lifestyle." This was said by Brennan Manning, an American priest. This quote can also be found on the song "Intro" by the Christian metalcore band War of Ages. The quote can also be found in the intro to the song "What If I Stumble" by DC Talk(a popular 90's Christian rap/rock/alternative band).
What is the single leading cause of death in the world?
Infections and diseases.
What is the single leading preventable cause of death in the world?
Heart disease
What is the most common cause of blindness in the world?
Worldwide, cataracts are the most common cause of blindness. In developed countries or places with good access to healthcare, these are easily removed; in these areas, age-related macular degeneration is the most common cause of blindness.
How can you disprove that religion was the greatest cause of suffering in the post-classical world?
AnswerIt can not be proven that religion did not cause immense suffering in the post-classical world: the facts are too well known. To disprove that religion was the greatest cause of suffering, you would have to find another, even greater cause of suffering.If there was any other single cause of suffering greater than that caused by religion, perhaps that would have been the feudal system, including the imposition of serfdom. Although it may be a long shot, you could try reearching the comparative suffering resulting from feudalism compared to religion.
Are cataracts a significant cause of blindness?
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated in 1997 that cataracts are responsible for 50% of cases of blindness around the world, or 19 million people. By 2020, that figure is expected to rise to 50 million.
How many people have Blindness ?
over half the world
Who is the world's greatest vampire slayer?
Buffy is cause' she actually lived past twenty! Several times!
