About PHO Cochin

Established in 1942, the Port Health Organisation (PHO), Cochin serves as the designated public health authority at Cochin Port overseeing the implementation of public health measures for international travellers in accordance with national and international health regulations.

To strengthen preparedness for public health surveillance, PHO Cochin is equipped with a dedicated vector surveillance laboratory and facilities for training, conferences, and capacity-building activities

PHO Cochin is also an authorized Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre.

Additionally, PHO Cochin coordinates and oversees public health activities at all ports located along the coastlines of Kerala and Karnataka. The organisation exercises administrative jurisdiction over major Points of Entry (PoEs), including PHO Mangalore, APHO Mangalore, and PHO Vizhinjam Port, as well as OTMPs in Keralam and Karnataka.