There is an urgent need to implement a short term therapeutic programme to those who are
at risk. Prophylactic periodic dosing with vitamin A seems to be necessary in the identified
clusters. Fortification of coconut oil with vitamin A is highly recommended. Provision of a
glass of milk (300 ml.) in leiu of school mid day meal provides the vitamin A requirements
and other nutrients and calories of growing children. In the light of this study it is very
essential to give priority to examine eye adnexa and visual acuity of children in a more
methodical manner in order to improve the quality of school health services of the study
area.
