In a significant step towards strengthening public health in the State, Odisha’s Health & FW Minister released the State Action Plan on One Health and the Annual Report of IDSP-IHIP-2024 at Lok Seva Bhawan today.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which was signed with the Government of India to establish a Health Emergency Operation Center (HEOC) was also released there. This crucial initiative aims at enhanced preparedness and response capabilities to public health emergencies in the State.
The State Action Plan on One Health outlines strategies to promote an integrated approach to human health, animal health, and environmental health. It focuses on Strengthening surveillance and response systems for zoonotic diseases, promoting responsible use of antimicrobials in both human and animal health, enhancing intersectoral collaboration among health, agriculture, and environment sectors, and raising awareness about One Health principles among the public.
The Annual Report IDSP-IHIP-2024 provides a comprehensive overview of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) in Odisha during the year. It highlights key achievements, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
Notably, Odisha secured the first position in the IHIP performance for the year 2024. Health & FW Minister appreciated the health administration of all 30 districts for their seamless effort and hard work.
Aswathy S. Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Health & Family Welfare Department, Dr. Simmi Tiwari, Joint Director & HoD, Center for One health, NCDC, Dr Brundha D, Mission Director, NHM (Odisha), Dr. Vinita Gupta, Consultant, NCDC, IDSP-IHIP, in charge of Odisha, senior officials along with members of the State IDSP cell, CDM & PHOs along with their District Surveillance team attended the event.
