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Hans India
4 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
State Seasonal Disease Monitoring Officer Reviews Preparedness in Jogulamba Gadwal to Combat Dengue, Malaria, and Chikungunya
Gadwal: Dr. Sudhakar Lal, the State Seasonal Disease Monitoring Officer, visited Jogulamba Gadwal district today to review the status and preparedness regarding seasonal diseases. A review meeting was held at the District Medical and Health Office, where he was joined by District Medical and Health Officer Dr. S.K. Siddappa, along with district program officers, PHC (Primary Health Centre) medical officers, and supervisors. Focus of the Review Meeting: The review primarily focused on the district's preparedness to prevent and control seasonal vector-borne diseases such as: Dengue Malaria Chikungunya Dr. Sudhakar Lal emphasized the importance of taking preventive measures proactively to avoid outbreaks. He directed that in areas where such diseases are reported, District Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) and PHC-level RRTs must conduct field visits and implement anti-larval measures and anti-malaria interventions immediately. Key Directives Issued: Dry Day activities must be conducted in every village every Friday to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds. Areas affected by dengue last year, and identified high-risk villages, must be prioritized. Medical camps should be organized in such locations to create awareness and provide early treatment. Public awareness campaigns must be intensified to educate people on prevention, symptoms, and early reporting of these diseases. Officials in Attendance: Several key officials participated in the meeting, including: Dr. Sandya Kiranmai – NCD Program Officer Dr. G. Raju – NCVBDC Program Officer Dr. Rizwana – District Immunization Officer Dr. Prasoona Rani – MHN Program Officer Dr. K. Madhusudhan Reddy – Deputy DM&HO B. Sivanna – Senior Surveillance Officer (SUO) Narendrababu – District Vector-Borne Disease Control Program Officer (DVLM) T. Varalaxmi – DPHNO Rama Anjaneyulu – DDM K. Shyam Sundar – District NCD Coordinator PHC Medical Officers and other health department staff Conclusion: The visit and subsequent meeting underscored the government's commitment to preventing seasonal disease outbreaks through early intervention, village-level awareness, and coordinated efforts across departments. The emphasis on community engagement and timely action is expected to significantly reduce the risk and impact of seasonal diseases in the district.
Hans India
14-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Call for transparent ANMs re-counselling
Anantapur: District Collector Dr Vinod Kumar V has directed the DM&HO and other officials concerned to ensure complete transparency in the online re-counseling process of Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) being conducted at the District Medical and Health Office (DM&HO) in Anantapur. During his inspection of the counselling process, the Collector emphasised fair practices and instructed officials to monitor the proceedings diligently to avoid any discrepancies.
Hans India
26-04-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Timely diagnosis key for malaria treatment
Ongole: Prakasam district Collector A Thameem Ansariya said that controlling malaria is everyone's responsibility, while participating in an awareness rally held here on Friday. She flagged off the rally, organised by District Medical and Health Office from the Collectorate to Nellore Bus Stand Centre marking World Malaria Day, with this year's theme 'Malaria prevention is everyone's responsibility'. Addressing the participants, Collector Ansariya explained that the rally aims to create awareness among the public about malaria and highlighted that the disease can be controlled through timely diagnosis and treatment. She assured that all primary health centres in the district are equipped with facilities for malaria diagnosis and necessary treatment arrangements. DM&HO Dr Venkateswara Rao, District Malaria Officer Dr Madhusudan Rao, ASHA workers, students, and others participated in the rally.
