JAKARTA - Deputy Chairman of Commission IX of the House of Representatives, Yahya Zaini, asked the Government to make efforts to prevent the spread of Hantavirus in Indonesia. This follows the spread of Hantavirus that broke out on the luxury cruise ship, MV Hondius in Argentina.
"The government must increase vigilance against the entry of Hantavirus into Indonesian territory. Because the disease is very dangerous that can cause death," said Yahya Zaini, Friday, May 8.
Although Hantavirus cases have not been detected in Indonesia, Yahya asked the Government to make anticipations. "Strict surveillance at the entrances to Indonesian territory must be carried out. Both at airports and ports, even ports on rat routes. This is a preventive measure," he said.
Furthermore, Yahya encouraged the Government to immediately prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and mitigation at every health facility in Indonesia for the treatment of Hantavirus. This is necessary so that there is a quick response if Hantavirus is identified in Indonesia.
"There must be reinforcement in all health facilities. Both from infrastructure, as well as health workers who must have understood the procedures for handling Hantavirus," said Yahya.
The head of the DPR Health Commission also reminded the Government to carry out strict monitoring and screening. In particular, said Yahya, for foreign citizens (WNA) and Indonesian citizens who have just traveled from abroad.
"It is better to prevent than to deal with, because we don't want this disease to break out in Indonesia. Prepare PCR at central and regional hospitals to anticipate the entry of Hantavirus into Indonesia. If necessary, also at the airport to check those who have just come from countries suspected of Hantavirus or countries at risk," said the legislator from Dapil East Java VIII.
As previously reported, the case of the spread of Hantavirus became a public concern after it appeared and broke out on the MV Hondius ship sailing from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde. Currently, the luxury yacht is being held in the waters of Praia, Cape Verde, along with its passengers.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported at least three people died on the cruise ship sailing in the Atlantic Ocean. There were also 6 other people suspected of Hantavirus, one of whom was in intensive care in South Africa.
The English, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, and French versions are automatically generated by the AI. So there may still be inaccuracies in translating, please always see Indonesian as our main language. (system supported by DigitalSiber.id)
