Vietnam has mapped out a strategy to eradicate malaria from the country by 2030 according to the National Strategy for Prevention and Eradication of Malaria for the period 2011-2020.
The Prime Minister has approved the national strategy which states clearly that the affected people and those at risk of contracting the disease must have timely access to diagnose and treatment. The government should also carry out effective measures to combat the disease in vulnerable areas.
Health authorities have also been asked to raise awareness of the disease so that people can take effective action and incorporate preventive measures.
For the strategy to be successful, four measures will have to be adopted. These measures include right policies and society awareness, techniques, scientific research and application of science in preventive measures and international cooperation.
Besides, the government must provide mosquito nets and blankets soaked with anti-mosquito chemical repellant to migrants and disadvantaged households. People will have to be encouraged to adopt the habit of sleeping under mosquito nets.
