6,868 medical camps, 18,000 surveillance teams deployed in Gujarat after floods
The Gujarat health department has organized 6,868 medical camps and deployed more than 18,000 surveillance teams in flood-affected districts to prevent disease outbreaks following heavy rains last week. Over 7.61 lakh people have been administered preventive medicines, while surveillance teams conducted door-to-door visits, distributing chlorine tablets and ORS packets.
A comprehensive Monsoon Action Plan implemented across 34 districts helped prevent major health emergencies. Health authorities conducted medical check-ups in relief camps, shifting pregnant women to healthcare facilities, resulting in 272 safe deliveries. Round-the-clock health control rooms and emergency medical teams were established in all districts.
Precautionary measures, including stockpiling of chlorine tablets and anti-snake venom injections, were taken in anticipation of vector-borne diseases. Following the receding floodwaters, preventive medicines against leptospirosis were administered to high-risk residents in 562 villages. Additional vector control teams were deployed in south and central Gujarat to undertake anti-larval measures and raise awareness.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts light to moderate rainfall in parts of Gujarat in the coming week.
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