Question

List four common diseases prevalent in India. What measures have been taken to eradicate them?

Answer 1

1. Malaria: Control of mosquitoes by spraying insecticides in their breeding places, distributing anti-malarial drugs to victims.
2. Cholera: Controlling the spread of cholera by improving sanitation, safe drinking water, and proper disposal of sewage and garbage.
3. Tuberculosis: Prevention of disease in healthy persons through B.C.G. vaccination.
4. Leprosy: Detection of leprosy cases, their treatment and setting rehabilitation houses for lepers provided with facility for educating and training them.