This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Communicable Diseases, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
SAFE strategy in trachoma programme include all except: 
Select and explain. 
A. Screening, B. Antibiotics, C. Face washing, D. Environmental improvement
A: Screening
Answer: A: Screening 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e. Screening 'S' stands for Surgery not screening.'SAFE' strategy for TrachomaIts a WHO recommended strategy to fight trachoma.It includeSurgery - first component of the strategy for correction of trichiasis and entropionAntibiotics - Zithromax (azithromycin) single dose oral medication is used (Zithromax is donated by Pfizer Inc.) Tetracycline eye ointment was used before Pfizer donated Zithromax.Face washing -breaks the cycle of reinfection and prevents transmission of disease.Environmental Improvement - Poverty and poor living conditions contribute to high rates of blinding trachoma. Environmental improvement includesavailability of improved water suppliesimproved household sanitation, particularly safe disposal of feces.