Bhubaneswar, Jan. 16 -- Following the detection of Nipah virus cases in West Bengal, the Odisha government on Friday issued an alert for districts bordering the state. Authorities have been instructed to promptly investigate and report any suspected cases, while ensuring hospitals are equipped with sufficient medicines, PPE kits, and medical equipment.
Odisha Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling convened a high-level review meeting to assess the situation and discuss preventive measures.
Health Department Commissioner cum Secretary Ashwathi S., Director of Public Health Dr. Neelakantha Mishra, Director of Health Services Dr. Pradeep Kumar Guru, and Director of Medical Education and Training Dr. Santosh Kumar Mishra attended ...