Ressources
The International Noma Federation is a network of actors involved in the fight against noma disease worldwide, which has existed since 2003.
Noma
WHO-Information brochure for early detection and management of noma
Noma is a necrotizing disease that destroys the mouth and face, affecting mostly children between the ages of 2 and 6 years who suffer from malnutrition and live in extreme poverty. The acute phase of noma is devastating and is often fatal if the disease is not treated. Without prompt treatment, as much as 90% of patients die of sepsis or severe dehydration and malnutrition within two weeks of the onset of noma.
Survivors of the acute phase present severe facial disfigurement, have difficulty eating and speaking and face social stigma and isolation. Owing to the rapid progression of the disease and the high mortality rate associated with its acute phase, numerous cases of noma remain undetected…
WHO Brochure noma _french
Le noma est une maladie grave, elle peut être soignée si elle est prise en charge précocement :
brochure d’information pour une détection et une prise en charge précoce du noma.
Federation
Statutes of the federation
Last version of the federation’s statutes
Training
Training of health workers at national and district levels on skin-NTDs
Noma (cancrum oris) is a serious gangrenous disease of the mouth and face, mainly affecting children aged 2 to 6 years in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite substantial knowledge gaps, it is reported to be linked with malnutrition, poor oral hygiene, immunosuppression, and living in extreme poverty situations.
This course addresses epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment, and public health considerations, including the human rights perspective of noma.
Videos
This short film was created to inform children about the disease of noma and to raise their awareness of the importance of good oral hygiene. While the projects of the federation’s member organizations primarily target adults, this film allows us to reach the adults of tomorrow.
A version in the Hausa language also exists.
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