Jt. Director & SPO (NVBDCP) Kohima, Dr. Imnapokim speaking during the sensitization programme held at the Town Hall, Bhandari on July 30. (DIPR Photo)
Bhandari, July 31 (MExN): A sensitisation programme on vector-borne diseases was held at the Bhandari Town Hall on July 30 under the National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme (NVBDCP), with the theme "Fight the Bite, Defeat Vector Borne Diseases."
Speaking at the programme, Extra Assistant Commissioner Kilangtemsu said the medical department, with the support of the district administration, has remained active in preventing vector-borne diseases through public awareness campaigns and sanitation drives.
"The medical department, with the support of the district administration, has remained active for prevention of vector borne diseases in the sub-division by initiating localised steps in creating public awareness and organising social works to maintain sanitation, clean environment and public health safety," he said.
Joint Director and State Programme Officer, NVBDCP, Dr. Imnapokim, spoke on the transmission, symptoms, prevention and treatment of malaria, dengue and Japanese encephalitis. He noted that Bhandari's climatic conditions are favourable for mosquito breeding and urged all stakeholders to share responsibility in preventing the spread of the diseases. He also called on the public to properly utilise anti-mosquito materials supplied by the government.
Joint Director (UP), Dr. Imkongtemsu Longchar, highlighted the benefits of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, saying it is intended to prevent cervical cancer and help secure "a healthy future for young girls."
The programme was attended by members of the Bhandari Town Council, Bhandari Town Lotha Hoho, Eloe Hoho Bhandari, GBs, church leaders, villagers and health workers. It was chaired by Dr. Lichamo K. Tungoe, Dental Surgeon, CHC Bhandari.
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