The Sindh Health Department has sprung into action to put in place measures to contain the rising cases of H1N1 influenza across the province.
The department has sent a letter to the district health officers, medical superintendents of public hospitals, and relevant authorities, outlining immediate actions to be taken. It calls for stringent monitoring of H1N1 cases in all healthcare facilities, with both suspected and confirmed cases required to be immediately reported to the health department.
The letter lists several measures, including ensuring that healthcare workers are equipped with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits and that infection control protocols are followed in medical centres.
The department also stressed the importance of raising public awareness about preventive measures, such as wearing masks, practicing social distancing, and prioritising vaccinations.
The department is set to launch a public awareness campaign urging the public, especially vulnerable groups, including healthcare workers, children, and people with underlying health conditions, to get vaccinated against the influenza virus.
District health officers are instructed to submit daily reports detailing the number of cases and any challenges encountered in the field. The department stressed that timely vaccinations, along with precautionary steps, are vital in preventing further spread.
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