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Anti-epidemic campaign adds efforts to curb dengue in Batahola Sur
Cleaning, eliminating breeding grounds, fumigation, and larvicide application are actions that add to the anti-epidemic campaign, which took place this Monday.
TL;DR
- An anti-epidemic campaign was conducted in 1,000 homes in Batahola Sur, Managua.
- Actions included cleaning, eliminating mosquito breeding grounds, fumigation, and applying larvicide.
- The campaign targets the Aedes Aegypti mosquito, which causes dengue, Zika, and chikungunya.
- Residents received educational talks and were advised to watch for warning signs in vulnerable individuals.
- Recommendations include keeping homes clean, eliminating water-holding containers, and seeking medical help for symptoms.