The Junior Red Cross Unit of METEMHSS Mannarkkad conducted a Rainy Season Awareness Programme to educate students on the importance of maintaining hygiene and preventing seasonal diseases during the monsoon.
Students were sensitized on effective measures to prevent dengue, malaria, cholera, hepatitis, and other water-borne diseases by adopting healthy habits and keeping their surroundings clean.
Key awareness points included:
- 🦟 Eliminate mosquito breeding sites and stagnant water.
- 🧼 Wash hands regularly with soap and maintain personal hygiene.
- 💧 Drink safe, boiled, or purified water.
- 🥗 Eat freshly cooked food and wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly.
- 🗑️ Dispose of waste properly and keep the surroundings clean.
The programme encouraged every student to become a responsible citizen by promoting cleanliness and practicing healthy habits during the rainy season.
🌿 Stay Healthy. Stay Safe. Enjoy the Rains!
