Mali prepares 2027-2031 plan against chemical poisoning
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Mali Actu
Illustrative image · Elizabeth Lizzie · Pexels · Licence PexelsThe National Institute of Public Health has presented the 2027-2031 National Strategic Plan for preventing and combating chemical poisoning, targeting children under five and pregnant women in particular. The plan includes a proposal for a 24-hour poison control centre, according to INSP officials.
Mali’s National Institute of Public Health (INSP) presented the 2027-2031 National Strategic Plan for preventing and combating chemical poisoning in Bamako on Thursday 5 November, aimed at strengthening prevention and care, particularly for children under five and pregnant women, Mali Actu reports. The plan notably provides for the proposed creation of a poison control centre accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Professors Sanou Khô Coulibaly and Tidiane Diallo cited the use of pesticides in agriculture, pollution linked to artisanal gold mining and the misuse of household products such as caustic soda among the main risks. They also highlighted the possible effects of exposure to lead on the nervous system, kidneys and blood.
The plan is based on six strategic areas. The presentation on 5 November concerned the first, devoted to prevention and awareness-raising, with the aim of improving public information about chemical risks and the precautions to be taken.
The initiative comes as Malian authorities recently provided care for 134 gold miners turned back from Guinea, according to information published on 6 November about their health and social situation the 134 gold miners turned back from Guinea.
