Dengue prevention, awareness campaign launched

PESHAWAR:

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Relief Department has taken a proactive step in combating the spread of dengue fever by initiating a comprehensive prevention and awareness campaign by training students and other important segments of the society.

The campaign aims to educate students about fight against dengue fever and equip them with the necessary tools to prevent its spread.

Recognizing the significance of educational institutions, the department has conducted dengue awareness session in 439 schools, 194 colleges, and nine madrassas across the province. By actively engaging students and teachers in informative activities, the campaign aims to equip them with the necessary tools to prevent the spread of dengue and protect their communities.

These events have served as valuable platforms for students and teachers to learn about dengue prevention measures, identify breeding grounds for mosquitoes, and understand the importance of early detection.

During the past two weeks, the department has successfully distributed a substantial quantity of informative materials throughout the province.

Published in The Express Tribune, June 4^th, 2023.