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May 2026 | South West District, Delhi
WHO-National Public Health Support Network officers conducted an interactive health discussion on Td vaccination against tetanus and diphtheria at Government Girls Senior Secondary School Samalkha in Delhi. The session focused on creating awareness about protection against tetanus and diphtheria, strengthening adolescent immunity, and promoting timely vaccination towards building a healthier and protected community. (© WHO India / Hari Kishan)
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May 2026 | South West District, Delhi
South West Delhi’s District Immunization Officer, Public Health Nursing Officer, and Auxiliary Nurse Midwife were assisted by WHO-National Public Health Support Network in conducting physical verification of a measles-positive case in the identified outbreak area in Qutub Vihar, Block D, South West District. The team jointly assessed the local situation, verified the case details, and ensured timely implementation of public health response measures. (© WHO India / Hari Kishan)
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April 2026 | Morena, Madhya Pradesh
Pregnant women waiting their turn for an antenatal care check-up at the monthly clinic at Civil Hospital Banmore, where free screenings, blood tests, and ultrasounds are provided. The clinic helps in identifying and managing high-risk pregnancies under the supervision of senior gynaecologist Dr Abha Singh Rathore. Each month, around 50–60 women are screened, and an average of 10–12 high-risk pregnancies are monitored. WHO field teams provide technical support. (© WHO India / Sanchita Sharma)
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April 2026 | Morena, Madhya Pradesh
Lab technician Ashutosh Sharma processes 40 samples in under two hours using a fully automated benchtop biochemistry analyser at Civil Hospital Banmore. The lab conducts a wide range of clinical chemistry tests—including liver and kidney function, lipid profiles, and enzyme assays—in a short turnaround time to strengthen early diagnosis and treatment. WHO field teams provide technical support to the hospital for quality certification planning and preparation. (© WHO India / Sanchita Sharma)
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