Yemen to launch campaign to get rid of schistosomiasis

SANA'A, Dec 26 (Saba) - The 4th phase of the national campaign to
get rid of schistosomiasis will be launched next Sunday in 17
districts of the provinces of Taiz, Hadhramout, Dhamar, Amran and
Hajjah.

Speaking to Saba on Friday, Public Health and Population Minister
Abdul-Karim Rassa said that the campaign would last five days,
targeting 405800 persons aged 6-18 years.

"The campaign will include students in school and others as a part
of Yemen's efforts to eradicate schistosomiasis", said the Minister.

He reported that the campaign would be carried out in 981 schools of
the 17 districts, urging all educators in schools and health workers
to ensure that all students to get the required dose against
schistosomiasis.