Activity

Target population

Mode of delivery

Weekly Short messages (SMS)  and post cards

Farmers registered at “Govisamithi” in the area

Twenty one messages related to land preparation, maintenance period and harvesting period were developed and sent weekly. It was started a week before start of “Maha” season.

Weekly Announcements at  “Sathi Pola”

General population

Announcements on basic epidemiology, transmission, prevention and non-intervention of leptospirosis were delivered at “Sathi pola” where farmers regularly attend to sell their crops.

Awareness through  a desk calendar

General Practitioners (GPs)

Reminding of seasonal activities related to leptospirosis and about the people involved in those activities. GP can suspect, refer to hospital and educate the clients.