Deworming tablets to reach 7.8 lakh children in Udupi, Dakshina Kannada
By ETF Desk
The district administration in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada has initiated a massive deworming drive, targeting over 7.8 lakh school-going children in the region. According to officials, the deworming tablets will be administered to the children in the age group of 6-18 years, as part of the national deworming programme.
The drive is expected to cover all government and private schools in the districts, with the administration making necessary arrangements for the distribution of the tablets. Health officials have been trained to administer the tablets, and the programme is expected to be completed within a short span of time.
The deworming drive is expected to have a significant impact on the health of the children in the region, who are often affected by intestinal worms due to poor sanitation and hygiene practices. By administering the deworming tablets, the administration aims to reduce the incidence of worm infestations and improve the overall health of the children.
Source: Google News – Udupi.