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Scrub Typhus Control Program (STCP) Protocol
Scrub typhus, a zoonotic disease, is causing significant illness and death in rural tropical areas due to underdiagnosis and limited access to healthcare. This ongoing issue calls for an urgent public health program to effectively address and manage the disease.
Challenges:
- Underdiagnosis and underreporting due to non-specific clinical presentation
- Limited access to healthcare, diagnostics, and treatment in rural settings
- Lack of existing public health program for scrub typhus in India
Main Goal:
The main goal of the proposed project is to include scrub typhus as a part of the differential diagnosis of fever cases in public health settings, from community level to the healthcare system, to ensure early diagnosis and complete treatment for suspected cases.
Proposed Solution:
The Scrub Typhus Control Program (STCP) protocol aims to be implemented in endemic areas of Odisha, India, with the potential for scalability to other endemic regions of the country if found effective. This program will focus on early diagnosis and complete treatment for suspected cases, addressing the challenges faced in rural settings.
Importance of Feedback:
The detailed protocol for the Scrub Typhus Control Program is open for valuable input from peers, aiming to strengthen the initiative through collaborative insights and expertise.
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