(kontumtv.vn) – Currently , measles is increasing locally in some localities in the country, including Kon Tum province.

To strengthen the prevention and control of seasonal flu, measles and respiratory diseases according to the direction and guidance of the Ministry of Health, the Provincial People's Committee requests the Department of Health and localities to ensure full vaccination for target groups; continue to closely monitor the situation of infectious diseases in the area, especially flu, measles and acute respiratory diseases, severe viral pneumonia syndrome. At the same time, proactively strengthen surveillance, pay attention to monitoring, early detection of suspected cases for early and timely handling, limit the spread; direct medical examination and treatment facilities to ensure admission, emergency, treatment of patients and prepare plans in case of increased hospitalizations, minimize cases of severe illness and death, especially for high-risk groups. On the other hand, strictly implement infection control and prevention in medical examination and treatment facilities and ensure logistics, funding, drugs, vaccines, equipment, and human resources to meet the requirements of treatment and prevention of infectious diseases./.

Ho Jan – Duc Thang