On World Malaria Day, a seminar and quiz competition were held at Narhardev Excellent Higher Secondary School, Kanker, to educate students about malaria prevention, symptoms, and free treatment options.
World Malaria Day: Seminar and Quiz Competition Organized to Promote Malaria Awareness
Under the guidance of District Malaria Officer Dr. D.K. Ramteke, a special seminar and quiz competition were organized at the Government Narhardev Excellent Higher Secondary School (English Medium), Kanker, to mark World Malaria Day. The winners of the competition were felicitated, and students were educated about malaria prevention, symptoms, and treatment measures.
During the event, the District Malaria Advisor explained that malaria is a contagious disease transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. Immediate testing using RD (Rapid Diagnostic) kits and complete ACT (Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy) treatment are essential to eliminate malaria infection.
Students were informed that free malaria testing and treatment facilities are available through Mitanins (community health workers), sub-health centers, and all government hospitals.
Symptoms of Malaria:
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Sudden chills followed by high fever
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Severe headache
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Body aches and joint pain
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Loss of appetite and vomiting
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Sweating after fever subsides
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Recurring fever at intervals of one or two days
Symptoms of Severe (Complicated) Malaria:
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Delirium and seizures
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Jaundice and severe anemia
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Unconsciousness or fainting
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Difficulty in breathing due to lung complications
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Blood in urine
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Kidney dysfunction
Measures to Prevent Malaria:
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Eliminate stagnant water around living areas to prevent mosquito breeding.
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Introduce larvivorous Gambusia fish in large water bodies.
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Regularly spray mosquito repellents inside homes.
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Always use mosquito nets while sleeping.
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In case of fever, immediately contact Mitanins or health workers for an RD kit test and take full ACT treatment without delay.
This initiative successfully spread awareness among students and the community, reinforcing the importance of proactive malaria prevention and early treatment.
