Kohima District Task Force (DTF) for immunisation held a meeting on routine immunisation and MR drive last Friday. The district programme officer of RCH/UIP, Dr Khrievilhou Nakhro, updated the members on the action taken since the last DTFI meeting with respect to MR elimination. Additionally, senior medical officer Dr Sheila Longkumer discussed the performance of routine immunization, while MCGL India programme officer Dr Onno Jamir briefed the attendees on the school health and wellness programme. The meeting also discussed maternal, pre-natal, child death surveillance, and response (MPCDSR).
The district education officer, Emilo Patton, highlighted the school health and wellness programme in the district during the meeting. The event was attended by officials from KMC, Rotary Club, WHO, NMC, UNICEF, IAP, UNDP, and medical officer from Urban PHC Kohima.
The meeting concluded with closing remarks from the deputy commissioner of Kohima, Shanavas C.
The meeting was organized with the aim to discuss and update the stakeholders on the implementation of different programmes related to maternal, child health, and wellness. It was attended by a variety of experts from different organizations. The officials updated the attendees on the progress of different initiatives, such as routine immunization and the school health and wellness programme.
With the spread of the pandemic, it has become even more vital to boost immunity, especially among children. Immunisation is one of the most effective means to achieve this goal and curb the spread of diseases. The Kohima DTF should be lauded for organizing such a meeting to update the stakeholders on the progress of different immunisation and health programs. It will certainly help to improve the overall health metrics in the district.
