Three high-level multi-disciplinary teams deputed to review upsurge in Measles cases in Ranchi, Ahmedabad & Malappuram

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has decided to depute three high-level multi-disciplinary three-member teams to Ranchi, Ahmedabad and Malappuram (Kerala) to take stock of the upsurge in cases of Measles there.

The teams will assist the state health authorities in instituting public health measures and facilitate operationalization of requisite control and containment measures.

These teams will also undertake field visits to investigate the outbreak and assist the state health departments in terms of public health measures, management guidelines and protocols to manage the increasing cases of Measles being reported in the three cities.

The teams will also coordinate with the States for ensuring active case search in the area and testing of the identified cases.