Onchocerciasis Elimination in the Americas

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Description

The purpose of the program is to support OEPA’s onchocerciasis elimination activities including interrupting the transmission of the diseases through semi-annual distribution of MectizanR (ivermectin) in the endemic areas of the region and conducting post-treatment epidemiological surveillance in each focus area in preparation for elimination certification from WHO. This program will support the Global Health Initiative’s (GHI) target of eliminating onchocerciasis in Latin America by 2016.

Who can apply

  • Others

Contact

CDC <br/>Procurement and Grants Office (PGO) <br/>Technical Information Management Section (TIMS) <br/>Phone 770-488-2700
pgotim@cdc.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedDec 13, 2011
  • ClosesJan 17, 2012
  • Award floor$2,500,000
  • Award ceiling$3,000,000
  • Program funding$15,000,000
  • Expected awards1
  • CFDA93.283
Categories
Health

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