Archive · 6 Aug 2025
UP Launches Anti-Filaria Campaign Across 27 Districts
The Uttar Pradesh government is starting a health program to fight a disease called filariasis, which is spread by mosquitoes.
They're giving out free medicine to about 44 million people in 27 districts, starting August 10th.
This medicine will help protect people from getting sick.
The goal is to get everyone to take the medicine once a year for five years.
If you feel a little sick after taking it, it means the medicine is working.
The campaign is supported by health organizations that are also helping spread the word.
People with certain health conditions or children under 2 should avoid taking the medicine.
Uttar Pradesh to launch anti-filaria campaign in 27 districts.
The Mass Drug Administration (MDA) program will provide free medicines to around 44.3 million people.
Campaign aims to eliminate filariasis through annual medicine intake for five years.
Medicines include DEC, Albendazole, and in some districts, Ivermectin.
Awareness campaign supported by WHO and other organizations to educate the public.
- Who
- The Uttar Pradesh government and its health department, with support from WHO and other organizations.
- What
- A mass drug administration campaign to combat filariasis.
- When
- Starting August 10th.
- Where
- 27 districts in Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- To eliminate filariasis by providing free medicines to protect the population from the disease.
Public Health Perspective
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Disease Eradication
Public Health Perspective
Campaign is essential to eliminate filariasis.
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- Campaign Launch Date
- August 10
- Target Population
- Around 44.3 million people
- Number of Districts
- 27
- Primary Medicines
- DEC and Albendazole
- Additional Medicine (in some districts)
- Ivermectin
- Duration of treatment
- Annual dose for 5 years