Guillain Barre Syndrome: Centre Sends Team to Pune for Health Support
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Synopsis
In response to the rising cases of Guillain Barre Syndrome in Pune, Maharashtra, the Union Ministry of Health has dispatched a seven-member team to enhance public health management and interventions in the region.
Key Takeaways
- Seven-member team dispatched to Pune.
- 111 reported cases of GBS in the region.
- 17 patients on ventilators due to GBS.
- Multi-disciplinary experts providing assistance.
- Preventive measures recommended by the State Health Department.
New Delhi, Jan 27 (NationPress) In light of the increasing incidences of Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) reported in Pune, Maharashtra, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has dispatched a seven-member team to bolster public health measures and management in the region.
Pune has documented a total of 111 GBS cases, a serious nerve disorder that can lead to paralysis.
Maharashtra's Health Minister, Prakash Abitkar, stated that as of Monday, 17 patients diagnosed with GBS are currently on ventilators.
The high-level team from the Centre comprises multidisciplinary experts assigned to assist state health authorities in implementing necessary interventions due to the surge in both suspected and confirmed GBS cases.
According to the Health Ministry, the central team includes seven specialists from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in Delhi, NIMHANS in Bengaluru, the Regional Office of Health and Family Welfare, and the National Institute for Virology (NIV) in Pune.
This deployment is in addition to three experts from NIV, Pune, who have been aiding local health officials.
The team will collaborate closely with the State Health Departments to assess the situation on the ground and suggest essential public health measures.
The Union Health Ministry has indicated its commitment to proactive monitoring of the situation and working in coordination with state authorities.
In the meantime, the State Health Department has issued an advisory recommending precautions to help prevent GBS, such as consuming only boiled or bottled water, washing fruits and vegetables thoroughly, ensuring poultry and meat are properly cooked, and steering clear of raw or undercooked foods, particularly salads, eggs, kebabs, and seafood.
Additional recommendations include keeping raw and cooked items separate, disinfecting kitchen surfaces and utensils after handling raw meat, and practicing general hygiene like frequent handwashing with soap before meals and after using the restroom.
