Rawalpindi: Measles outbreak in the city during the dengue season, after which it has been decided to conduct a measles vaccination campaign.
According to Express News, after the emergence of measles cases in 42 union councils of Rawalpindi city, it has been decided to conduct a targeted measles vaccination campaign on an emergency basis, and more than 1000 health staff have been deployed to provide immediate relief to the affected children. has been done.
According to the statement of the District Health Authority, 1156 medical personnel including 42 experienced doctors have been deployed in the affected areas. Children will be vaccinated against this disease.
19 Union Councils of Rawalpindi City, 18 of Cantt, 5 of Taxila and 10 of Rural Union Councils are affected by Measles.
According to the District Health Authority, the case response will be completed in 6 days when the patient is reported, 52 supervisors, 354 skilled health workers, 354 team assistants and 354 social mobilizers have been appointed in 42 union councils. During the campaign, all children between 6 months and 6 years will be vaccinated against measles.
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