Ouargaye: The High Commissioner of Koulp©logo Province, Sadou Ou©draogo, led the second ordinary session of the year for the Provincial Committee for Epidemic Management (CPGE) on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, in Ouargaye. The gathering aimed to assess the epidemiological landscape of the province and devise strategies to enhance both prevention and response efforts against potential epidemic diseases.
According to Burkina Information Agency, High Commissioner Sadou Ou©draogo praised the committee members for their dedication to safeguarding public health. He emphasized that the CPGE offers an ongoing platform for the consultation of diverse stakeholders, facilitating the analysis of health risks, anticipation of threats, and coordination of interventions.
The High Commissioner urged all involved parties to maintain vigilance and bolster collaboration among technical services, local authorities, defense and security forces, community leaders, and partners.
During the meeting, Dr. Morou Nikiema, Chief Medical Officer of the Ouargaye health district, presented several reports. He highlighted the epidemiological status for the first half of 2026, noting measles cases in the commune of Cinkans©. A reactive vaccination campaign against measles-rubella is scheduled from July 8 to 14, 2026, to halt the disease's transmission.
Dr. Nikiema assured attendees that aside from the measles situation, no other significant public health threats had emerged recently in the health district. He recognized the stakeholders' dedication to epidemiological surveillance, which had facilitated the swift reporting and response to three unusual public health events this year.
The session also included a presentation on Ebola virus disease, with emphasis on its presence in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo. Participants were reminded of the potential risk of its importation due to population movements, especially among the youth. Dr. Nikiema urged the community in Koulp©logo, a border province, to promptly report any suspected cases or unusual health events for a rapid response.
Further discussions addressed malaria, dengue fever, hygiene, sanitation measures, and the enhancement of community surveillance mechanisms. At the conclusion, participants advocated for increased community involvement in the early reporting of unusual public health incidents.