Mass Drug Administration for Filariasis in Tinsukia from Feb 10

A Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign for lymphatic filariasis elimination will be conducted from February 10 to 19 in Tinsukia district. Additional District Commissioner (Health) Chinmoy Pathak stated that the campaign targets Hapjan BPHC, Tinsukia, and Makum Municipal areas due to a microfilaria rate exceeding 1%. The initiative includes booth-level activities, house-to-house visits, and a mop-up drive. Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharjee urged media support in raising awareness.