Government on High Alert Amidst Resurgence of Mpox in Africa
The Health Ministry had issued a communicable disease alert, sensitized airport health teams, and conducted a video conference with state health authorities to strengthen surveillance and response capabilities. A network of 32 laboratories is equipped for testing, and protocols for prevention and treatment are being widely disseminated.
Union Health Ministry Monitors H9N2 Outbreak in China
India is adopting a One Health approach to address public health issues comprehensively and integratively. The country has significantly strengthened its health infrastructure, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, India’s surveillance and detection networks, under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), have gained valuable experience in managing challenging health situations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
