DO’S AND DON’T’S FOR MALARIA

Do’s

1.         Follow “sun-down sleeves-down” approach. Wear clothes that cover arms and legs.

2.         Prevent water collections on ground and other places to prevent malaria breeding.

3.         Empty water containers at least once a week.

4.         Remove water from coolers from time to time.

5.         Cover and seal any septic tanks.

6.         Use Mosquito Nets preferably Insecticide Treated Bed Nets (ITBN).

7.         Apply insect repellants while sleeping to keep away mosquitoes.      

8.         Seek medical advice in case of rashes, mental irritation or unconsciousness..

Don’ts

1.         Do not encourage children to wear shorts and half sleeved clothing.

2.         Do not allow water to stagnate.

3.         Do not allow discarded items to accumulate such as tires, tubes, empty coconut shells, household items and objects wherein water may collect.

4.         Do not bathe in village ponds and allow cattle to take bath in the same pond.