By Felicia Imohimi
Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) on Friday, advised Nigerians to imbibe the culture of environmental cleanliness to curb the prevalence of malaria in the country.
Mr Sunday Ike, National Publicity Secretary of ACPN, gave the advice in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.
Ike, who frowned at the filthiness in most Nigerian environments, urged residents to clear bushes around their areas and avoid practices that could create stagnant water around surroundings.
He noted that stagnant water around the environment mostly contributed to the breeding of mosquitoes.
He further advised the public on the use of approved insecticides and mosquito repellent in eradicating mosquitoes and preventing the insects’ bite.
“Discuss with your healthcare provider to advice you on preventive drugs to use when you want to travel to mosquito infested areas.
“We must take…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
