The department of Botany conducted an awareness programme on Zika Virus and Ebola Virus for I BZC students (43) on July 25, 2019. Resource person Mrs. Vijetha Bhat, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Canara College, in her interactive session threw light on the Zika and Ebola Virus transmission, the disease symptoms, prevention strategies, therapeutic measures and vaccination. The session also emphasized on health care, public awareness and citizen role in controlling the vectors which transmit the virus.
Students gained enough knowledge on origin, spread and virology of Zika and Ebola virus. It created awareness of social citizenship in maintaining hygiene in our environment.
Report by :
- Madhushree
- Mr. Manohara Acharya
- Ms. Nishvitha Shetty
