India Boosts Influenza Preparedness: Nadda Stresses Surveillance, Surge Capacity

Union Health Minister JP Nadda highlighted preparedness, surveillance, and surge capacity as crucial for India's upcoming influenza season. His remarks came during a two-day 'Chintan Shivir' organized by NCDC and WHO India in New Delhi. The event emphasized a multi-sectoral approach to strengthen India's influenza response.

• JP Nadda stressed robust preparedness for upcoming influenza season.
• NCDC and WHO India organized a two-day 'Chintan Shivir'.
• Focus areas include surveillance, surge capacity, and intersectoral convergence.
• Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) is vital for monitoring.
• 110 representatives from various ministries participated in discussions.
• Influenza preparedness requires a 'Whole-of-Government' approach.

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