Tag: National deworming day

News: Since the launch of the ‘National Deworming Day’ in 2015, 14 states have shown a reduction in worm infections prevalent among children while nine states showed a substantial decline.   Facts: National Deworming Day(NDD): It is observed bi-annually since 2015 by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Aim: It is aimed at eradicating… Continue reading National Deworming Day: 14 States Record Decline In Worm Infection

News:The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) is conducting the tenth round of National Deworming Day(NDD). Facts: About National Deworming Day(NDD):  The National Deworming Day(NDD) is observed bi-annually since 2015 on 10th February and 10th August in all states and UTs followed by mop-up activities. Objective:To reduce the prevalence of Soil Transmitted Helminths(STH) commonly… Continue reading National Deworming Day(NDD)