Weekly Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Meeting
Meeting Overview
The weekly Emergency Operations Center (EOC) meeting was held this morning at the Somali Regional Health Bureau conference hall. The session was chaired by Deputy Bureau Head Mrs Hawo Suleiman and attended by bureau directors, coordinators, technical experts, and representatives from partner organizations.
Agenda and Discussions
The meeting began with a review of decisions made during the previous week, followed by a presentation of last week’s performance report. Key topics discussed included:
- Marburg Virus Disease (MVD): Updates on the new outbreak.
- Polio Vaccination Campaign: Review of the fourth round, with emphasis on vial collection.
- Malaria: Current situation and mortality reporting.
- Routine Immunization (EPI): Service delivery and coverage updates.
- Nutrition: Ongoing challenges and interventions.
- TB Diagnostics Support: Expanding patient access to diagnostic services, improving referral pathways, and strengthening reporting systems.
Decisions and Action Points
The meeting concluded with agreed actions for the coming week, including:
- Tuberculosis Diagnostic Support: The Regional Laboratory, Communicable and Non‑Communicable Disease Control, and PHCU Directorates will support the Baabili District Health Office in establishing a diagnostic section at Qoloji to strengthen tuberculosis monitoring and patient follow‑up.” .
- Zonal EOC Establishment: Follow‑up will be conducted across the region to support the establishment of Emergency Operations Centers at the zonal level.
Key message: The weekly EOC meeting reaffirmed the importance of coordinated action in disease surveillance, immunization, and nutrition. Strengthening zonal EOCs and supporting district health offices are critical steps toward resilient public health systems.
