Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, has affirmed that the best way to tackle malaria diseases is by strict adherence to the preventive measures.
He stated this in Awka, the state capital while commemorating the World Malaria Day. He reiterated the commitment of Governor Charles Soludo’s led administration in disease prevention across the state.
Obidike noted that the State Government, knowing the importance of preventing malaria diseases, partnered with the Malaria Consortium Group to distribute 3.8million Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) to all the households in the state.
He explained that Malaria is a preventable and treatable disease that continues to have a devastating impact on the health and livelihood of people around the world.
He stated that within Africa, Nigeria contributes significantly to the global malaria cases and deaths, with the highest rates of 27% and 31% respectively.
The health commissioner explained that last year, Anambra state government distributed over 3.8 million Insecticide Treated Nets to households in Anambra, with the first Lady Mrs Nonye Soludo as the Net Ambassador for the state.
He lauded the Governor’s wife Dr. Mrs. Nonye Soludo who is the state Malaria Ambassador for her genuine efforts and commitment in eliminating malaria in the state.
Director of Public Health in the Ministry, Dr. Afam Anaeme eulogized the successes recorded in the fight against malaria in the state, calling for all hands to be on deck in the fight against the disease.
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