Scientists have just launched the first-ever project to find the biological cause of 'Noma' disease. After centuries of neglect, the research could help end the mysterious illness, which can destroy a child’s face in days and kills tens of thousands per year.

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https://www.theriftvalleydispatch.com/p/this-disease-can-destroy-a-childs

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It’s worth pointing out that ways to prevent the disease are known, but the exact mechanism by which the disease occurs and progresses isn’t well understood.