District Health Mission, under the leadership of DC Mon, Ajit Kumar Verma convened a critical quarterly/emergency meeting at the DC Conference Hall on September 22, where the members have decided to take various steps to control the spread of dengue.
A DIPR report informed that at the meeting, it was decided that there would be weekly mass social work and sanitation efforts every Saturday, recognizing social work as one of the most effective measures against the disease.
A DIPR report informed that at the meeting, DC Mon stressed the responsibility for addressing health issues extends beyond the H&FW department by involving various other departments as well. He emphasized the urgency of taking the current health situation in the state seriously and implementing effective preventive measures against diseases like dengue.
Meanwhile, at the meeting, it was also agreed to create short video clips in local dialects or Nagamese to raise awareness among the general public in the district.
Further, patients and attendants have been urged to take precautions, including wearing full sleeves and long pants. Emphasis was placed on the importance of individual and collective responsibility for maintaining clean surroundings.