By Barbra Muhindo
Dr. Kayiri Kathembo, the Health in charge Rukoki Health center four in Kasese Municipality has urged people to sleep under treated mosquito nets as a prevention measure towards the spread of elephantiasis.
Dr. Kayiri told Kasese Guide Radio last evening that Kasese district is at risk of increased infection should people avoid sleeping in mosquito nets.
He called for mass testing about elephantiasis saying people may not know they have the disease until the swelling is not noticed.
Dr. Kayiri one on Elephantiasis….
Dr. Kayiri called for hand washing practice among the people to kill germs. Dr. Kayiri two on elephantiasis…
He asked the community to clear bushes around their homes that act as breeding places for mosquitoes. END.