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LATEST NEWS UPDATES | WHO Calls for Better Coordination Among Govt Agencies

WHO Calls for Better Coordination Among Govt Agencies

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published Published on Apr 4, 2014   modified Modified on Apr 4, 2014
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Mumbai: Weak coordination among government agencies was one of the challenges in tackling vector-borne diseases (such as malaria, dengue) in India, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).

The WHO is going to initiate an awareness campaign in the metropolis on such diseases by roping in the famed 'dabbawalas' (tiffin carriers) of the city, it said.

The organisation, with Maharashtra Health Department and Nutan Mumbai Tiffin Box Suppliers Charity Trust, today called for greater and focused attention to prevent the spread of vector-borne diseases.

Dr Nata Menabde, a representative of WHO in India, speaking at an event to commemorate the World Health Day here, said, "In India, the risk of vector-borne diseases is massive. Weak collaboration across agencies, sectors and levels of government, including the regulatory mechanisms are some of the key challenges," she added.

"The recently conducted Joint Monitoring Mission on vector-borne diseases in India is a step towards reviewing disease control efforts through health systems to identify critical gaps," she said.

Sujata Saunik, Secretary, Public Health, Government of Maharashtra, said the government is constantly thinking of innovative measures to create awareness about these diseases.

"Efforts are on to have preventive measures in place before the monsoons. Maharashtra will strive to provide high quality health-care across the state," she added.

Saunik conceded that there is a shortage of qualified staff at government hospitals. "We have a huge shortage of qualified doctors in government hospitals. But all efforts are on to retain staff. We are also starting a Public-Private Partnership to match our facilities with (that of) private hospitals," she said.


Outlook, 2 April, 2014, http://news.outlookindia.com/items.aspx?artid=835303


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