Jungnang-gu Takes Proactive Measures Against Malaria Alert

Formation of Malaria Eradication Task Force... Establishment of Cooperation System Among Related Agencies
Free Rapid Diagnostic Testing at Public Health Centers, Free Testing for Everyone
Eco-friendly Vector Mosquito Control, Operation of Pest-Attracting Insecticides and Automatic Pest Repellent Dispensers

Jungnang-gu (District Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi) is taking preemptive measures following the nationwide malaria advisory issued by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency on the 18th of last month, and the malaria alert issued on the 9th by Seoul city for certain areas.

Since Jungnang-gu is also classified as a malaria risk area, the district plans to protect residents' safety through proactive responses.

Starting in April, the district has been conducting preemptive eco-friendly mosquito control measures to target malaria-carrying mosquitoes as their activity begins. The mosquito control efforts will be intensified until October, which is the active period for these mosquitoes.

Since May, rapid diagnostic tests for malaria have also been conducted. Any resident who has visited domestic or overseas malaria risk areas or shows suspected symptoms of malaria can receive testing free of charge.

Additionally, on the 2nd, the 'Jungnang-gu Malaria Eradication Task Force' held a meeting to review cooperation systems with related organizations to block and prevent malaria transmission within the district.

Furthermore, 171 insect-attracting mosquito traps and 10 automatic insect repellent dispensers have been installed and are operating in vulnerable areas prone to mosquito habitation, such as rivers and parks.

The district urged residents to follow prevention guidelines to avoid mosquito bites, including wearing light-colored long clothing when going out, using mosquito repellents, refraining from nighttime activities between April and October when mosquito activity is high, checking window screens, and using mosquito nets.

Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi stated, "We will do our best to provide a safe environment for residents through thorough mosquito control and early detection and response to patients," and added, "We ask residents to strictly follow prevention guidelines and to promptly visit health centers or nearby medical institutions for testing if malaria symptoms are suspected."

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