Distribution of Nets at Pepema church
Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease caused by Plasmodium parasites transmitted through the bite of female anopheline mosquitoes.
Distribution of Nets at Inikorogha church
Why is MALARIA important?
Out of 10 childhood deaths malaria causes 3
Every 30mins a child dies of malaria
About 1m children die of it annually
Over 70% of <5yrs illness is due to malaria
It causes abortion and low birth weight in pregnancy
Leads to low mental and manual productivity
Impoverishes the family
Details of Activities
- Community Drama
- Health education/Interpersonal communication (one on one/house to house)
- Town Hall meeting/Interactive session
- Advocacy
- Rally