Tools to support rabies prevention

Rabies is a dangerous disease with an almost absolute mortality rate if not promptly intervened. In response to this situation, the project "Establishing a map of ABI-standard rabies prevention facilities" of AMVGROUP Medical Joint Stock Company was born, helping to minimize risks to people and protect public health.

ABI Standard Rabies Facility Map: A Tool to Support Rabies Prevention

Rabies is a dangerous disease with an almost absolute mortality rate if not promptly intervened. In response to this situation, the project "Establishing a map of ABI-standard rabies prevention facilities" of AMVGROUP Medical Joint Stock Company was born, helping to minimize risks to people and protect public health.

Safpo/Potec vaccination system always meets people's needs at all times.

Solutions to meet urgent needs

The “Mapping of ABI Standard Rabies Facilities” project will start in April 2024. The process is divided into 3 main phases:

Research and Development: The project team analyzed search methods on Google Maps, identified the requirements and standards needed to update vaccination facility data on the platform.

Testing: The pilot phase successfully put the entire Safpo/Potec vaccination system - a widespread network of vaccination rooms - on the map, evaluating its effectiveness and practical applicability.

Operation: With close coordination between partners, the project has so far updated more than 200 qualified vaccination facilities on the ABI standard rabies prevention map (abbreviation: ABI) as of November 2024. With the target of 1,000 points nationwide, we hope that this project will ensure progress. These vaccination points will always be guaranteed to operate according to professional regulations, always have vaccines and anti-rabies serum available, meeting the needs of people at all times.

Powered by Google Maps, the ABI map is more than just a search engine. It is designed to connect people to the nearest health facility with rabies vaccine and serum. With just a few taps on a smartphone, any geographical distance is shortened, providing access to timely treatment – ​​which for many people can mean the difference between life and death.

Each vaccination point on the map is not just a physical address, but also a commitment from the health system that anyone, anywhere, deserves to be protected from the dangers of rabies.

Improve supply chain systems

In addition to serving the people, the ABI map is also a powerful tool for medical facilities and supply chains. The system helps automate supply management, ensuring that vaccination clinics participating in this project always maintain adequate supplies of vaccines and anti-rabies serum, avoiding the situation of vaccine not being available at any time.

With over 1,000 vaccination sites to be integrated, the ABI map is not only a tool, but also a bridge connecting the harmonious coordination between technology, health and the practical needs of the community. At the same time, the project supports the national program to effectively monitor the quality and quantity of vaccination facilities, contributing to building a more sustainable health network.

Support national program monitoring and management

The ABI project aims to establish at least one rabies vaccination site in every district nationwide, with the hope of reaching 1,000 and beyond. In the future, real-time data will be integrated, providing accurate information on vaccine stocks at each facility, helping to ensure the quality standards of these facilities, as well as improving management efficiency and rapid response to urgent needs.

Facilities participating in the ABI map will also participate in specialized training programs on pre-exposure and post-exposure rabies prevention conducted by the National Rabies Control Program in collaboration with the Company.

The ABI map helps increase people's access and connection to vaccination clinics, helping to enhance the reputation of health facilities through online interactions with people. This is also a motivation for facilities to maintain operating standards and better meet the needs of the community.

The project “Mapping ABI Standard Rabies Facilities” is not only a step forward, but also a deeply humane solution. It represents a joint effort of many organizations to protect public health, raise awareness and reduce the serious impact of rabies. This is a big step towards a safer and healthier society.

The project implementation process was well organized, with a clear roadmap and cooperation between stakeholders, from technology experts to medical facilities. This shows a serious investment in both intelligence and resources.

However, the biggest challenge is ensuring that data is always updated accurately and consistently. Maintaining the continuity and quality of each facility, especially when expanding to 750 injection sites in the coming period, will require strong cooperation and long-term commitment from relevant units.

*Doctor, SAFPO/POTEC Vaccination System

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