Deworming Tablets to Reach 7.8 Lakh Children in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi
By ETF Desk
The Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts are set to witness a massive deworming drive, with the government planning to provide deworming tablets to 7.8 lakh children in the region. The drive is part of the national deworming programme, which aims to eradicate parasitic worm infections among children.
The deworming tablets will be administered to children in schools, with the district administration making elaborate arrangements to ensure the success of the drive. The programme is being implemented in collaboration with the health department, which will provide the necessary medical support and guidance to the teachers and other officials involved in the drive.
The deworming drive is expected to have a significant impact on the health and well-being of the children in the region, reducing the incidence of parasitic worm infections and improving their overall quality of life. The programme is also expected to contribute to the overall development of the region, by ensuring that the children are healthy and able to focus on their studies and other activities.