BAU: The launch of the Sarawak Disease Surveillance Programme (DSP) is a strategic move to strengthen public health preparedness in rural areas and among communities at risk of infectious diseases.
In stating this, Deputy Minister of Transport (Riverine and Maritime) Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said early detection is crucial in protecting public health and ensuring more effective management of infectious diseases.
“By collecting baseline data on human, animal, and environmental health, this programme will serve as the foundation for stronger public health strategies.
“This approach will help reduce the burden of diseases while supporting evidence-based public health policies,” he said when launching the programme at Kampung Serasot Community Hall recently.
Henry also extended his appreciation to the Sarawak Infectious Disease Centre (SIDC) as the main organiser, and expressed gratitude to government agencies, welfare organisations, and community leaders who contributed to the programme’s success.
As part of the initiative, DSP also provided free health screenings for the local community, including tests for tuberculosis, intestinal worm infections, blood pressure, blood sugar, iron levels, as well as HPV screenings for women aged 35 to 65, in collaboration with the ROSE Foundation.
The programme attracted over 300 participants.
