Dengue Health Education
Health education is essential for the control of diseases such as dengue, ensuring that community members understand the mechanisms of infection and the key behaviours or activities that need to be addressed to prevent transmission, reduce severe disease and avoid fatalities
Voice Trust Dengue Awareness Programs at various places
| S.NO | Venue |
|---|---|
| 1 | Athithiravidar High school,Elamanur, Madurai. |
| 2 | Union Public School,Kunnathur, Madurai. | 3 | M.E.P.U.P.School,Kallanthiri,Madurai. | 4 | M.E.P.U.Middle school, Nayakkan Patti. | 5 | Govt. girls Hr.Sec.School,Othakadai. | 6 | M.E.P.U.P.School,Othakadai. | 7 | M.E.P.U.P.School,Masthanpatti. | 8 | M.E.P.U.P.School,Uthangudi. | 9 | Punitha Anthoniar Girls Hr.Sec.School,Koodal Nagar, Madurai. | 10 | M.E.P.U.P.School,Andarkottaram. | 11 | M.E.P.U.P.School,Valayarsakkudi. | 12 | M.E.P.U.Middle School,Andarkottaram. | 13 | Police Quarters, Theni District. | 14 | MRR.MAVMM Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Madurai | 15 | Arulmigu Lord Subramania Swamy Girs Higher Secondary School,Tiruparankundram, Madurai | 16 | Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Girls Higher Secondary School, Madurai | 17 | Appar Higher Secondary School, Karuppayurani, Madurai |
Dengue Awareness Program at Govt Middle School Sakkimangalam
Dengue Awareness Campaign at Government Boys Hr. Sec. School, Elumalai
Dengue Awareness Programme
We were honoured to have Dr. T. Mariappan, a retired Scientist-F (Former Deputy Director Senior Grade), ICMR-VCRC, Ex-Director-in-Charge of CRME, and Ex-Officer-in-Charge of ICMR-VCRC Field Station, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, as our keynote speaker. Dr. Mariappan, a WHO Fellow with certifications from CDC-Atlanta (USA) and Tulane University, New Orleans, USA, shared his extensive expertise on vector-borne diseases, providing invaluable insights on Dengue crisis management and mosquito control.
Additionally, Mr. T. Murugesan, Director of Voice Trust, delivered an engaging speech on healthy lifestyle practices to prevent Dengue. The program also featured a quiz competition, with prizes awarded to the winners, and an oath-taking ceremony where students pledged to eradicate Dengue and maintain a clean environment. The event was a great success, raising awareness and educating students on the importance of Dengue prevention and control.
Eye camp and Dengue Awareness
On the 22nd Oct 2023 Voice Trust in association with NSS unit of M.A.V.M.M Hr Sec School and Suji Healthcare Madurai organized Dengue Awareness session for the welfare of the general public at Uranganpatti near Karupayurrani, Madurai. This awareness was to highlight prevention of dengue, Aedes Aegypti day biting mosquitoes and cleanliness measures was held for the benefit of the people. The awareness programme educated the general public about dengue-causing mosquitoes, fever prevention etc through interactive sessions.
Dengue Awareness and Lifestyle with Stress Management
The “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” Dengue Awareness and Lifestyle with Stress Management Programs held at the 4 Toll Plazas (Kappalur Toll Plaza, Sattur Toll Plaza, Salaipudur Toll Plaza, Nanguneri Toll Plaza) on the 8th and 9th Sep 2023 served as an essential platform to educate both toll staff and road users about the dangers of dengue and the importance of stress management. The core of the event was an interactive awareness session by Dr. T. Mariappan, Senior Scientist, ICMR (Retd.), where staff members and road users had the opportunity to learn about dengue disease and ask questions related to it. The session aimed to dispel myths, provide accurate information, and promote preventive measures against dengue. By providing a space for questions and doubts, the event empowered attendees with knowledge and tools to protect themselves and their communities from the disease. Voice Trust’s initiative to organize this event demonstrates a commitment to improving public health and promoting overall well-being. Such endeavours are integral to creating a healthier and more informed society.
Voice Trust conducted a series of successful Dengue Awareness Programs at 24 Government Schools of Madurai in the month of July and Aug 2023
The aim of the program was to educate and raise awareness among the students about Dengue fever, its prevention, and the importance of early detection. The Highlights of the program included Interactive Sessions, and education on Prevention Measures, Identifying Breeding Sites and Early Detection. The students were educated about various preventive measures, including maintaining a clean and mosquito-free environment, using mosquito nets, and wearing protective clothing. The education also imparted about the dentification of Breeding Sites and early detection. The students actively participated in a Q&A session, clarifying their doubts and misconceptions related to Dengue fever.
Dengue Awareness Program at Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Girls Higher Secondary School, Madurai
Voice Trust Madurai, Suji Health Care and Apollo Hospitals, Madurai organised an interactive Awareness Programme on Dengue for the students of Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Girls Higher Secondary School, Theppakulam, Madurai The main purpose was to spread Dengue awareness, promote and provide a safer and healthier learning environment. A special assembly of the school children was organized to spread awareness about the importance of proper environment sanitation in the fight against dengue, which will give raise to a healthier generation. Dengue is transmitted by bite of Aedes aegypti mosquito infected with any one of the four dengue viruses. This mosquito bites only during daylight hours. Dr Mariappan highlighted on the breeding sites and prevention methods. Specimens of the Dengue mosquito were shown to the students. The programme was concluded with an Oath to eradicate Dengue. A total of 750 students benefitted from this programme.
Awareness Program at Appar Higher Secondary School, Karuppayurani, Madurai
On World Environment Day, Voice Trust in association with Suji Health Care and Lions Club of Cosmos, Madurai hosted the Dengue Awareness Program at Appar Higher Secondary School, Karuppayurani, Madurai.
A platform for action World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. Since it began in 1974, the event has grown to become a global platform for public outreach that is widely celebrated in over 100 countries On this occasion Dr. Mariappan, Ex Scientist at Indian Institute of Science-(ICMR) explained about the environmental awareness and the dangers of dengue and how we can protect ourselves. The event was attended and benefited by approximately 450 school students.
Dengue Awareness At Arulmigu Lord Subramania Swamy Girs Higher Secondary School, Tiruparankundram, Madurai
Dengue Prevention Program For Police Personnels & Their Family At Theni
