Dengue Risk Emerges at PIMS as Mosquito Larvae Found in Stagnant Water
Notably, a potential dengue threat has emerged at the PIMS Hospital Maternal and Child Health (MCH) facility after mosquito larvae and adult mosquitoes were reportedly discovered in stagnant water inside the premises.
Notably, a potential dengue threat has emerged at the PIMS Hospital Maternal and Child Health (MCH) facility after mosquito larvae and adult mosquitoes were reportedly discovered in stagnant water inside the premises.
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- While 40 cases were noted during the same month in 2024, he continued that Islamabad recorded 197 dengue cases in August 2025.
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- District Entomologist Qasim Sajra remarked Islamabad has noted four dengue cases so far this year.
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- According to Sajra, the dengue threat remains present in Islamabad since of the ongoing monsoon season.
Larvae and mosquitoes could be seen in standing water around the MCH area.
Notably, the situation has triggered concern since pregnant women and their attendants regularly wait in the same area while visiting the MCH ward for medical check-ups.
Health authorities have additionally cautioned that the current weather conditions are highly favorable for the spread of dengue. Four Dengue Cases Documented in Islamabad This Year.
District Entomologist Qasim Sajra remarked Islamabad has noted four dengue cases so far this year. Out of these four patients, two are residents of Rawalpindi.
While 40 cases were noted during the same month in 2024, he continued that Islamabad recorded 197 dengue cases in August 2025. Monsoon Keeps Dengue Threat High.
Rainwater can collect in open spaces, containers, drains and other areas, creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
Notably, the documented presence of mosquito larvae inside the PIMS MCH premises has therefore raised fresh worries regarding feasible dengue transmission among patients, attendants and hospital staff. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.
Taken together, the developments around dengue Risk Emerges at PIMS as Mosquito Larvae Found in Stagnant Water point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.
