Odisha to set up centre to tackle zoonotic diseases
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Odisha to set up centre to tackle zoonotic diseases

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Amid growing global concern over emerging diseases and future pandemics, the Odisha government has decided to set up a Health Emergency Operation Centre to strengthen surveillance and response mechanisms for zoonotic diseases. Sources said the HEOC will be established under Pradhan Mantri - Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission as part of the ‘One Health’ programme in preparedness against emerging diseases and to play part in response to disasters with health consequences as well as public health emergencies. The centre will be equipped with advanced surveillance technology, real-time data analysis tools, and rapid response teams to handle health emergencies. It will also enhance Odisha’s preparedness to handle public health emergencies caused by zoonotic infections.

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