#asktheexpert schools are giving deworming. is this is safe. my child didn't take this since. now she is 4 year+. why school are asking consent from parents to do deworming.

A. Yes, deworming is generally safe for children, and it is a routine health measure in many schools to ensure that children are free from intestinal worms, which can affect their growth and overall health. Schools ask for parental consent because the medication is typically given in a mass treatment form and parents need to be informed and provide approval. Since your child is over 4 years old, it’s common for her to be included in deworming programs. If you have concerns about the deworming medication, you can always discuss it with your child's doctor before giving consent.