Preamble
Pursuant to Section 49 of the Public Health Service Act, 2075 (2018), in cases where listed infectious diseases or unforeseen public health events occur, information shall be communicated to the concerned authority within the prescribed time frame. This obligation is to ensure the collection, reporting, analysis, communication, and response relating to infectious diseases and public health events, as well as to conduct continuous disease surveillance in accordance with the International Health Regulations, 2005 (IHR 2005), under which certain diseases must be reported immediately at the international level. Accordingly, in exercise of the authority conferred by Section 64 of the Act, the Ministry of Health and Population hereby updated the EWARS SOP 2025.
Feb 23
This document presents a structured Rapid Risk Assessment (RRA) conducted at the local level to evaluate public health threats, system readiness, and response capacity. It outlines the methodology used to identify hazards, assess exposure and vulnerability, and determine risk magnitude through qualitative and semi-quantitative scoring. The report analyzes local epidemiological patterns, health system resources, surveillance functionality, and community risk factors. Findings priority hazards, gaps in preparedness, and operational constraints affecting timely detection and response. The document concludes with targeted recommendations to strengthen local preparedness, enhance coordination mechanisms, improve data flow, and build response capacity for future outbreaks and emergencies.
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Feb 23
This document describes a comprehensive alert and response framework designed to ensure early detection, timely notification, and rapid response to public health events. It defines surveillance structures, reporting pathways, verification procedures, and escalation thresholds across different administrative levels. The framework details roles and responsibilities of health authorities, rapid response teams, laboratories, and coordination bodies. It emphasizes standardized timelines, performance monitoring indicators, and decision-making protocols for outbreak management. The framework aims to improve system efficiency, reduce response delays, and strengthen integrated public health emergency management through clear operational guidance and accountability mechanisms.
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Feb 9
Community-Based Disease Surveillance System Facilitator's Guide
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