Balochistan Issues High Alert Amid Rising Monkeypox Threat
The Health Department of Balochistan has raised a high alert across the province, focusing on borders, entry and exit routes, and airports due to the increasing threat of monkeypox. This move aims to prevent the virus from spreading within the region.
The health Director General (DG) instructed district health officers (DHOs) in key areas, including Quetta, Kech, Gwadar, Hub, Chaman, and Chagai, to monitor these critical transit points closely. These locations play a significant role in controlling any potential spread of the virus, making them essential for heightened surveillance.
The Health Department's letter urged officials to closely monitor all entrance points in border districts. The authorities also issued high alerts for airports and crucial border areas like Gwadar, Turba...