Gangtok:12th Nov: STNM Hospital, Sochakgang in compliance with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India notification dated 06.11.2026, conducted the Ebola Preparedness and Response Mock Drill,here today.
‘The mock drill aimed to assess and strengthen the hospital’s preparedness for the identification, management and response to suspected Ebola cases. The exercise focused on patient identification and triaging, isolation procedures, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) practices, proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and coordination among concerned departments,’according to IEC Health,Govt of Sikkim.
The mock drill actively involved the Medical Preparedness Team, Infection Control Team, IDSP Team (I’ntegrated Disease Surveillance Programme), Ebola Nodal Officer, STNM Hospital, and Central Observer Team’
The Medical Preparedness Team assessed clinical readiness and demonstrated the initial management of suspected Ebola cases. The Infection Control Team demonstrated appropriate IPC measures, PPE donning and doffing procedures, and isolation protocols. The IDSP Team coordinated disease surveillance, reporting and notification, while the Ebola Nodal Officer coordinated the hospital-level preparedness and response activities. The Central Observer Team observed and assessed the overall exercise and provided inputs for strengthening preparedness.
‘The exercise provided an opportunity to evaluate existing preparedness, identify potential gaps and reinforce coordination among various teams and departments for an effective emergency response.’
‘STNM Hospital remains committed to ensuring patient safety, strengthening infection prevention and control practices, and maintaining a high level of preparedness against Ebola and other emerging infectious diseases.’
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