Shalina Healthcare, Nigeria carried out a series of Tanzol de-worming camps in partnership with the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN). The De-worming camp was held at a series of primary schools. One such camp took place at Expressway Primary School, Ikosi, Lagos and was graced with the presence of Chairman of the Local Government – Hon. Abdul Fatai Oyesanya and his team of senior representatives.
A representative of the ACPN gave a brief about worm infestations and the importance of periodic deworming to the children present. Around 3500 primary school children were administered Tanzol during the de worming camp. Each child was given a Patient Education Leaflet explaining the dos & don’ts to prevent worm infestations along with a de-worming card & a sample of Tanzol Tabs to take home to their parents.
Representatives of Pharma news, leading newspapers such as Vanguard, Guardian & This Day and Television channels covered the event.