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Two JPMC doctors suspected of contracting Congo virus

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KARACHI: At two house officers at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) have showed suspected symptoms of the deadly Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF). The doctors had provided medical care to a patient diagnosed with Crimean-Congo fever last week. The infected patient was later shifted to the Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital, where he passed away during treatment … Read more

NIH issues advisory for Congo Hemorrhagic fever

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ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued advisories on Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) before Eid al -Adha. The National Institutes of Health issued an emergency advisory on the Congo virus, the advisory was sent to the Federal, the provincial health departments, the private and public hospitals. The spokesman said that the Congo virus … Read more

Two more doctors contract Congo fever in Quetta

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  • Congo virus confirmed in two more doctors of Civil Hospital.
  • Number of doctors suffering from Congo virus has increased to 11.
  • 44 cases of Congo virus have been reported in Balochistan so far.

Quetta: Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) has been confirmed by two more doctors of Civil Hospital Quetta.

According to the spokesman of the health department, Congo virus was confirmed in two more doctors of Civil Hospital, after which the number of doctors suffering from Congo virus has increased to 11.

According to Dr Wasim Baig, a nurse, a paramedic and a pharmacist at Civil Hospital are also suffering from Congo virus.

It should be noted that a health emergency has been implemented in Balochistan given increasing cases of the Congo virus.

Under the chairmanship of Caretaker Chief Minister Balochistan Ali Mardan Domki, it has been reported that 44 cases of Congo virus have been reported in Balochistan so far, given which a health emergency has been implemented in the province.

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PMA expresses concern over surge in Congo cases in KP

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  • 14 Congo fever cases detected in KP.
  • 4 people lost their lives in one and half month.
  • PMA demands urgent action to contain outbreak.

KARACHI: The Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) expresses deep concern regarding the recent surge in Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with 14 reported infections and four fatalities within the last one and a half months.

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever is a highly infectious disease transmitted to humans through tick bites or contact with infected animals, such as livestock. Symptoms range from mild flu-like conditions to severe, life-threatening illness, including internal bleeding. Immediate medical attention is necessary to ensure effective treatment and prevent further spread of the disease.

The PMA calls upon government health authorities and relevant departments to take urgent action to contain the outbreak, initiate robust preventive measures, and educate the public on precautions to minimize the risk of contracting the virus.

The doctor’s body urge the government to allocate sufficient resources to combat this alarming health crisis.

Proactive engagement with healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, is crucial to identifying and managing cases promptly. Enhanced training programs, provision of personal protective equipment (PPE), and rapid diagnostic testing are essential to ensure the safety and well-being of healthcare workers who are at the frontline of this battle.

Furthermore, community awareness campaigns should be initiated to educate citizens about the potential dangers of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever and essential preventive measures. These campaigns should emphasize the necessity of avoiding direct contact with infected animals, using protective clothing and repellents in areas known for tick infestations, and promptly seeking medical help when experiencing symptoms.

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