Malarial enlightenment

Malarial Enlightenment

Knowing & Preventing

Occurrence

Who Causes It?

WHO says

a. Out of 1242000000 population of Indiab. 22% lives in High transmission areas

i.e. ( >= 1/1000)c. 67 % lives in Low transmission areas

i.e. (0-1 / 1000)d. Only 11 % Population is Malaria Free

How is Malaria Caused

Plasmodium

Symptoms

Sick with high fevers,Diarrhea, Vomiting, Headache, Chills and Flu-like illnessIn Cycles

Treatment

1. See the Doctor immediately if symptoms seen2. Take Medicines & complete the course3. Taking Lots of Fluids & Rest

Prevention Approach

Use of Insecticide treated Mosquito Nets

Best Approach

Prevent Mosquitoes from Breeding

How?

Stop Water Stagnation

1. Empty, 2. Drain, or 3. Cover all things that can and may

hold water

Maintain Cleanliness

1. Cover2. Check3. Disinfect regularly

Be Vigilant

1. Repair Leaks2. Change 3. Clean4. Mow5. Eliminate Holes

A Presentation byRtn. Amit Gopal Chauhan

Rotary Club of Kalyan, RI District: 3140India

Cell: +919769442462Email: amit2462@hotmail.com