The Ministry of Health of Peru announced on April 1 that it will deploy an Advanced Medical Post through the Directorate of Integrated Health Networks (DIRIS) Lima Norte to provide uninterrupted medical care and vaccination during Holy Week at Cerro San Cristóbal in the Rímac district.
The measure aims to ensure the safety and health of citizens participating in the traditional pilgrimage, which draws large crowds during this period. The ministry said the strategic medical point will operate continuously for 36 hours, from 7:00 a.m. Thursday until 7:00 p.m. on Good Friday, offering permanent coverage for any health emergencies.
According to the announcement, “the PMA is a mobile, temporary healthcare facility that will function as an operational center with trained personnel ready to respond immediately to falls, fainting spells, decompensations, hypertensive crises and collective emergency situations including incidents with multiple victims (IMV).”
As part of its activities, regular immunizations will be provided for children under five years old as well as vaccines against influenza and pneumococcus for those who require them. In addition to clinical services, health professionals will conduct educational sessions advising attendees on how to prevent diseases such as dengue and leptospirosis.
“With this intervention, Minsa reinforces its commitment to protect life and public health by bringing essential services closer during periods of high concentration of people and reaffirming the sector’s capacity to respond during mass events,” according to the statement.
The ministry also called on citizens “to participate responsibly, follow recommendations from health personnel and prioritize their wellbeing during these days of reflection.”
