Carter to Make Guinea Worm Announcement
ATLANTA - Former President Jimmy Carter is scheduled to give an update on the battle against Guinea worm disease, an excruciating illness that culminates in worms emerging from a victim's skin.
Carter is set to give the update Thursday at the Atlanta-based Carter Center, which said the fight to eradicate the disease is nearing a tipping point.
The Georgia Democrat said last year that fewer than 3,500 worldwide cases of the disease were reported, all in the African countries of Sudan, Ethiopia, Ghana and Mali. That's a dramatic drop from the 3.5 million cases in 20 nations that were reported when the Carter Center's eradication began in 1986.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
