WHO, Zamfara gov’t boost meningitis surveillance
Zamfara State Government and the World Health Organisation (WHO) are working together to improve surveillance of meningitis and other diseases across the state. This was revealed by the Zamfara State
Zamfara State Government and the World Health Organisation (WHO) are working together to improve surveillance of meningitis and other diseases across the state.
This was revealed by the Zamfara State Commissioner for Health, Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, yesterday.
The commissioner and WHO officials met with the Disease Surveillance and Notification Officers (DSNOs) to improve tracking of meningitis and other diseases.
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Mrs Maradun, represented by the permanent secretary in her ministry, Rilwanu Musa Zurmi, raised concerns about recent meningitis cases.
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She said accurate and timely data are important for the government’s quick response.
The Zamfara official warned that poor data can lead to wrong decisions and weak responses, tasking DSNOs to improve how they collect, report, and record data, especially in affected areas, to support government decision-making.
The LGA DSNOs praised WHO for its reliable monthly support, which has enhanced their ability to detect and respond quickly to public health threats, improved coordination, and ensured accurate reporting vital for informed government decision-making.
