Divinópolis City Hall Promotes Update on Arbovirus Clinical Management for Healthcare Workers
Divinópolis, Brazil – November 27, 2023 – In a proactive move to strengthen its public health infrastructure, Divinópolis City Hall, through its Municipal Health Department, concluded a comprehensive training program on the clinical management of arboviruses for approximately 180 healthcare professionals on November 25th and 26th. The training, held at the auditorium of the Federal University of São João del-Rei, aims to equip local doctors, nurses, Primary Health Care supervisors, and outpatient clinic staff with the latest knowledge and protocols for effectively addressing a potential surge in cases.
The intensive two-day course was led by Cristiane Mikami, along with doctors William Bueno and Pedro Coelho. Participants received in-depth instruction on the clinical handling of prevalent arboviruses including dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and oropouche fever. A key focus was placed on early and accurate diagnosis, vigilant monitoring for warning signs of severe illness, standardized care protocols, effective prevention strategies, and appropriate treatment methodologies.
organizers emphasized the critical need for seamless collaboration between health units, epidemiological surveillance teams, and specialized outpatient clinics, particularly as viral circulation typically increases during certain periods. The training also included a detailed review of risk classification procedures, patient monitoring techniques, and best practices for educating the public on preventative measures.
“This initiative underscores the municipal health network’s unwavering commitment to the continuous professional progress of its teams,” stated a spokesperson for the Divinópolis City Hall. “by investing in the skills and knowledge of our healthcare professionals, we are directly enhancing our capacity to provide qualified and safe care to the entire community.”
The City Hall believes that these efforts will substantially bolster Divinópolis’s overall response capabilities to arboviruses, ensuring residents receive timely and effective care should they become infected.
