With the objective to strengthen implementation using Mission Mode approach under the Elimination of Vertical Transmission of HIV and Syphilis (EVTHS) program amongst the pregnant and breastfeeding women, a meeting with director, Health and NSACS officials was held on April 11, 2025. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Anoop Khinchi, Commissioner & Secretary, H&FW and chairman, NSACS.
Dr. M Nukshisangla Jamir, Joint Director, BSD, NSACS gave a powerpoint presentation on the current progress of EVTHS implementation.
The meeting discussed at length key points such as universal early screening of HIV and syphilis for all pregnant women, prompt linkage to care and treatment, strengthening care for HIV and syphilis exposed infants, integrated comprehensive stigma free maternal and child care, training and sensitization of concerned service providers and data-driven decision making.