Zunheboto, August 6 (MExN): The district of Zunheboto will be observing National De-Worming Day on August 10 and Mop-up day on August 17.
All schools and Anganwadi centers will be the implementation sites on NDD, with the objective to improve the overall health, nutritional status, access to education and quality of life of children, a press release from the CMO Office, Zunheboto informed.
This programme is for children between 1-19 years of age where Albendazole chewable tablet will be provided. The programme will be conducted by AWWs/Teachers and also by the Medical Officers, RBSK team, Nurses and ASHAs of the district.
In this regard, the department has requested the respective schools, AWW Centers and locality to co-operate for smooth implementation of the programme.
