Ministry Manages Health Risks in Flood-Affected Areas
Summary
The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene says it has mobilized health workers and supplies to manage health risks in flood-affected areas of Rasuwa and Nuwakot. Patients are being treated locally where possible, with those needing advanced care referred to Kathmandu, while hotlines have been activated for health and mental health support.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene says it has made arrangements to control potential health risks in flood-hit areas.
- Health workers and materials have been mobilized in areas affected by the Bhote Koshi river flood in Rasuwa and Nuwakot.
- Patients needing advanced treatment are being referred to Kathmandu, while local institutions continue services with alternative arrangements.
- The ministry has activated hotlines and warned of waterborne, foodborne, vector-borne, and mental health risks after the disaster.
