Pained to learn resurgence of Diphtheria cases in Karnataka, as the one of the state-run Institute of Child Health in Bengaluru, 16 confirmed cases have been reported from June till date this year. Of these, four children succumbed to the disease. From January this year till date, the institute has seen over 85 cases, From January this year till date, the institute has seen over 85 cases. However, State UIP cell reported 15 confirmed and 45 suspected cases from January this year.
Form me who started UIP in Karnataka in 1985, it is more shocking and matter of concern. If this is the situation in Mysuru & Bengaluru so called better-performing districts, what may be the fate in northern districts? This implies the failure of two key initiatives Immunization IDSP While all stakeholders in the health of children, Pediatricians and district immunization officers in particular, and people at…
