Mass Drug Administration (MDA)

Mass Drug Administration (MDA) is a public health strategy where entire populations or specific community groups are given medications simultaneously, regardless of individual health status. The goal is to control or eliminate infectious diseases, such as neglected tropical diseases or parasitic infections, by reducing the overall disease burden and interrupting transmission. MDA is often used in endemic areas to prevent the spread and protect community health. It relies on widespread coverage and compliance to be effective, and is typically implemented alongside other public health measures and surveillance.