The Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) expresses deep concern regarding the recent surge in Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with 14 reported infections and four fatalities within the last one and a half months.
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever is a highly infectious disease transmitted to humans through tick bites or contact with infected animals, such as livestock. Symptoms range from mild flu-like conditions to severe, life-threatening illness, including internal bleeding. Immediate medical attention is necessary to ensure effective treatment and prevent further spread of the disease.
The PMA calls upon government health authorities and relevant departments to take urgent action to contain the outbreak, initiate robust preventive measures, and educate the public on precautions to minimize the risk of contracting the virus. We urge the government to allocate sufficient resources to combat this alarming health crisis.—NNI
