As Colombia faces a yellow fever outbreak in a remote region, the CIDEIM team, led by Dr. María Adelaida Gómez, has stepped forward to support local health authorities in combating the crisis. During their field visit, Dr. Gómez presented Yellow4FLAVI to key health actors, including the Hospital Federico Lleras Acosta in Ibagué and the Secretaria de Salud Departamental del Tolima. This collaboration has not only bolstered the outbreak response but also set the stage for potential new partnerships.
Supporting Field Efforts in Remote Areas
Dr. Gómez and her team recently traveled to affected regions to provide technical assistance and expertise.
CIDEIM’s longstanding reputation for excellence in infectious disease research and training has positioned it as a key partner during this outbreak. Their proactive involvement complements the broader objectives of the Yellow4FLAVI project by fostering regional preparedness and resilience against flavivirus outbreaks.
Dr. Gómez and the CIDEIM team’s contributions reflect their dedication to improving public health outcomes in Colombia. Their partnership with national and regional health authorities highlights the importance of collective action in addressing emerging health threats.
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