Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Eliminating Encephalitis


uestion :  What is the casual agent?
Answer : Culex mosquitoes.
Question : What are the massive prevention campaigns?
Answer :
  • Distributing insecticide- treated bed nets
  • Creating awareness on the need to keep pigs away from habitations.
  • Persuading people to avoid outdoor movement when mosquito are more active.
Question : What are the solutions available?
Answer :
  • Need for massive investments in hygienic housing, sanitation, supply of bed nets, vector control, and behavior modification.
  • Need to inspire confidence in the community.
  • War footing action is needed to control its spread.

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