Patient-zero drill put health facilities to the test—40% of them failed
Summary
A simulation involving actors with fake symptoms tested the response of 73 healthcare facilities. The drill revealed that 40% of the facilities failed to meet expected standards. The exercise aimed to evaluate preparedness for a potential outbreak. The results have prompted calls for improved training and resource allocation. The findings are being reviewed by health officials.
Latest: Actors with makeup and fake symptoms staggered into 73 healthcare facilities as part of a simulation to test their response capabilities.
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How it unfolded
Friday 2 October
Actors with makeup and fake symptoms staggered into 73 healthcare facilities as part of a simulation to test their response capabilities.