State targets 96 lakh children for deworming drive on August 11
Health officials stated that uniform administration of Albendazole across the State on a single day is key to controlling the spread of STH among children and adolescents. Deworming has been shown to reduce anaemia, improve nutritional uptake, reduce worm-related illnesses, lower school absenteeism, and enhance overall cognitive and physical performance.
As per the guidelines, half a tablet will be crushed and administered to children between the ages of one and two, while one full crushed tablet will be given to those aged between two and three years. Children aged three to 19 years will receive one chewable Albendazole tablet. The distribution will take place at Anganwadi centres, government and private schools, colleges, vocational institutions, and community locations to ensure inclusion of out-of-school children.
To ensure no child is left out, a mop-up round is scheduled for August 18 for those who miss the initial dose.
Hyderabad District Collector Hari Chandana Dasari chaired a meeting with officials on Thursday to review preparedness and called for the drafting of a detailed action plan. The Collector stressed the need for 100% coverage, particularly among children who are already on medication, and asked officials to pay special attention to their needs during the drive.
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