Dr Mansukh Mandaviya reviews preparedness of States for preventing vector-borne diseases - Video

Published On 2023-07-04T10:47:06+05:30 | Updated On 4 July 2023 10:47 AM IST

Overview

Ahead of the monsoon season, Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya virtually reviewed preparedness of States for the prevention and control of vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, Kala-azar and Japanese Encephalitis.

Chief Minister Sikkim, Health Ministers from 22 States, Pr. Secretaries (Health), MD NHM and senior officers from the States virtually joined the review meeting. Shri Sudhansh Pant, Officer on Special Duty, MoHFW was also present.

Underscoring the importance of advance preparedness and joint efforts, the Union Health Minister stated that “We effectively reduce the disease burden with proactive preparation anticipating the health requirements and making adequate provisions for them ahead of time.”

For more details, check out the link given below:

Union Health Minister Reviews Preparedness In Preventing Vector-Borne Diseases

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