::Eliminating Encephalitis::

Question :  What is the casual agent?

Answer : Culex mosquitoes.

Question : What are the massive prevention campaigns?

Answer :

• Distributing insecticide- treated bed nets
• Creating awareness on the need to keep pigs away from habitations.
• Persuading people to avoid outdoor movement when mosquito are more active.

Question : What are the solutions available?

Answer :

• Need for massive investments in hygienic housing, sanitation, supply of bed nets, vector control, and behavior modification.
• Need to inspire confidence in the community.
• War footing action is needed to control its spread.

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