Mass drug administration

Mass drug administration (MDA) is a public health strategy where medications are distributed to entire populations or specific communities, regardless of individual infection status. This approach aims to control or eliminate diseases, such as parasitic infections or neglected tropical diseases, by reducing the number of infected individuals and interrupting transmission. MDA is often used in endemic areas and involves coordinated efforts by health authorities, ensuring broad coverage in a single treatment round. It’s an effective way to quickly lower disease prevalence and prevent further spread, especially when the disease is widespread and asymptomatic cases are common.