National Action for a Dengue-Free Sri Lanka
Protecting Sri Lanka from Mosquito-Borne Disease
The National Dengue Control Unit is the focal point for the National Dengue Control Programme in the Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka. It was established in the year 2005 as a decision taken by the Ministry of Health following the major Dengue outbreak in year 2004. It is responsible for the coordination of Dengue Control or Preventive activities with different stakeholders.
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Maximize surveillance for real-time detection and notification of dengue cases and understanding disease dynamics by intensifying disease surveillance at all levels including the outpatient departments and private sector to strengthen early detection and reduce the risk of outbreaks.
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The aim of this objective is to ensure that the diagnosis and management of dengue cases is carried out optimally ,leading to reduced complications and deaths.
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Implement efficient vector surveillance and digitalize entomological data for real-time analysis.
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Prevent, detect and respond to dengue outbreaks promptly to reduce the magnitude of the burden
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Undertake effective risk communication to improve awareness and acceptance of interventions & Enhance community engagement and mobilisation
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Promote intersectoral coordination through the work of presidential, provincial and district task forces and mainstream recommendations made
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Enhance innovation and new approaches and promote basic and operational research/survey
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