Diphtheria relief: Sindh receives 500+ vials of life-saving medicine
IV Report KARACHI: Sindh's healthcare system just got a much-needed boost in its fight against the deadly diphtheria outbreak, thanks to the World Health Organisation’s donation of over 500 vials of anti-diphtheria medicine to help deserving children across the province. Quarters concerned are considering this free supply is a huge relief, especially considering the recent reports of the antidote's unavailability amidst the outbreak. Dr Muhammad Naeem Rajput, Project Director of the Sindh Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI), confirmed that about 550 doses of the anti-toxin were received on October 13 night, with immediate distribution to hospitals. A supply of DAT will also be sent to Larkana Children Hospital today (October 14). The collaboration between Provincial Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho, WHO Sindh office, and Sindh EPI made this donation possible. Furthermore, according to a source, Sindh EPI plans to introduce a booster dose of DTP-containing vaccine fo...