Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. Moyamba District, One Health Focal, conducted an informative session at Harford School for Girls in Moyamba Town aimed at raising awareness about the recent MPox outbreak.
The event focused on key topics include:
-Definition of MPox: An overview of the disease, its origins, and significance.
-Causative Agent: Identifying the virus responsible for MPox.
Mode of Transmission: How the virus spreads among individuals.
Signs and Symptoms Recognizing the indicators of infection.
-Control and Preventive Measures Strategies to avoid infection and manage outbreaks.
The presentation sparked a lively discussion among students, staff, and school authorities, highlighting varying perspectives on the outbreak and its implications for the community.
David Batty emphasized the importance of understanding MPox to empower the students and staff take proactive measures in safeguarding their health. The engagement concluded with a question and answer session, allowing participants to voice concerns and seek clarity on the disease.
This initiative underlines the commitment of the Moyamba District Health Management Team (DHMT) to educate and protect the community against health threats.
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