WORLD MALARIA DAY OBSERVED AT MON

Mon District observed World Malaria Day, with the theme ‘Accelerating the fight against Malaria for a more equitable world’ at Town Council Hall, Mon on 25th April 2024.

              ADC, Mon, K. Temjennaro Longkumer, while graced the programmed as the Special Guest. Appreciating the concerned department for their dedication and efforts she said that Sanitization is very important for such vector borne diseases. She also exhorted the gathering to approach the people to educate them and work hard with big heart for better impact in our society.

             Speaking on the theme: “Accelerating the Fight against Malaria for a more equitable world”, Ngipnon from Edith Douglas School said that Malaria is not just a health issue but a Social issue. It perpetuates and exacerbates existing inequalities, trapping communities in a cycle of poverty, inequality and lack of access to essential services. Solidarity and collaboration is important as to fight against Malaria cannot be won by a single entity. It requires collective action, she added.

              While delivering the welcome Address, Dr. Imnapokim, CMO, Mon appreciated the Staffs of Malaria department for their efforts. He informed that since last (3) three years Mon district has nil reports on Malaria and encouraged to be more responsible and to have good surveillance. He also informed that almost all the CHC Mon district have Blood Collection facilities.

              DR. Abenthung Murry DVBO, Mon, acknowledged the top two performing ASHAs and SWs. Chula from Aboi under Aboi block and Ephong from Changlang village under Aboi block were declared the best performing ASHAs of 2024, and while PS. Chong from Tizit Block and L. Mongnyei Konyak from Mon Sadar were declared the best performing SWs of 2024 respectively.

              The programme was chaired by Manjai Konyak, MTS and vote of thanks was delivered by Manpong SI.

(M. Pelih, IA Mon)