To ensure uninterrupted healthcare services during the upcoming Lunar New Year peak, the Nghe An health sector has activated a comprehensive 24/7 duty system across all medical facilities. Leadership from the Department of Health recently conducted field inspections in the western regions to oversee preparations.
Preparedness of Human Resources and Medical Supplies
Medical facilities in Nghe An are mandated to maintain a 4-level duty system (leadership, professional, administrative, and security). Key focus areas include:
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Continuous Emergency Care: Guaranteeing 24/7 operation to handle traffic accidents, food poisoning, and domestic mishaps.
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Resource Stockpiling: Ensuring adequate reserves of medicine, blood supplies, intravenous fluids, and medical equipment. Priority is given to maintaining a steady supply of medication for chronic patients, particularly in mountainous ethnic minority areas.
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Grassroots Capacity: Local health stations are instructed to provide timely initial treatment to minimize unnecessary hospital transfers during the holiday period.
Epidemiological Surveillance and Food Safety
In addition to clinical care, the disease surveillance system is on high alert. Preventive medicine units must closely monitor epidemiological developments and collaborate with local authorities to address any abnormal outbreaks. Food safety inspections have also been intensified in key districts such as Quy Hop and Quy Chau.
Social Welfare and Staff Encouragement
The health sector has also integrated professional duties with community support:
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Distributing over 400 gift sets (totaling more than 200 million VND) to impoverished households and policy-beneficiary families.
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Providing support to medical staff facing financial difficulties or serious illnesses who remain on duty at remote health stations during the festive season.