Written By: Shraddha Rupavate | Published : September 26, 2014 11:25 AM IST
Recently, former journalist and activist Ketan Tirodkar filed a PIL with an allegation that India is not yet fully ready to prevent Ebola spread, as several people coming back from Ebola hit countries are arriving at airports in Pune and Nagpur where Ebola screening facilities are not available. Following that, the Bombay High Court passed an order, directing the Maharashtra Government to arrange proper screening facilities in Pune and Nagpur, similar to those existing at Mumbai and Delhi airport.
The Union Government informed the Bombay High Court September 25 that thermal image scanners have been arranged at Nagpur and Pune airports to facilitate screening of passengers coming from West African countries to detect possible Ebola suspects.
Rui Rodrigues, counsel for the Central Government, informed Bombay High Court bench headed by Justice Abhay Oka that the scanners have been shifted from Hyderabad and Goa airports to Nagpur and Pune airports. The government confirmed that these thermal scanners would be functional within a week, after which the Court wants the Centre to file a compliance report on October 1, 2014.
Here are some tips prevent Ebola infection
Educate yourself about Ebola: Knowing the symptoms, modes of transmission and preventive measures is the first step to prevent the spread of the disease. This information is especially important for those who are travelling to and from affected areas in West Africa. (Read: Has the Ebola virus really come to India?)
Maintain sanitary conditions: Basic hygiene plays a very important role in preventing Ebola. The exact way by which the virus enters the body is still debatable but skin and eyes are suggested routes for viral entry. However, food and water may also serve as source of entry. So, simple acts like washing hands before eating and disinfecting surfaces and covering the mouth can help prevent the spread of the virus, especially in areas surrounding the areas of outbreak. Read more about 8 tips to prevent Ebola infection
With inputs from PTI
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