Islamabad Reports 21 Dengue Cases
As plenty of as 21 dengue cases have been noted in the federal capital so far this year, according to the District Health Office.
As plenty of as 21 dengue cases have been noted in the federal capital so far this year, according to the District Health Office.
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- While indoor surveillance covered 7, 103 houses, during hotspot surveillance, teams visited 2, 602 locations.
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- According to the latest surveillance data, the 21 cases were documented between January 1 and October 5.
- On October 5 alone, anti-dengue teams carried out 36, 167 surveillance and control activities throughout the capital.
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For context, the DHO remarked surveillance and vector-control activities have been intensified throughout Islamabad to prevent the spread of dengue, especially in identified hotspots and high-risk areas.
According to the latest surveillance data, the 21 cases were documented between January 1 and October 5. Of these, 14 were from rural areas and seven from urban localities. Mysterious Fever Spreading in KP Claims 7 Lives.
These included indoor and outdoor surveillance, visits to identified hotspots, monitoring of potential mosquito breeding sites and public awareness campaigns.
Teams identified and eliminated 740 positive mosquito-breeding sites as part of efforts to contain dengue transmission and strengthen vector control.
While indoor surveillance covered 7, 103 houses, during hotspot surveillance, teams visited 2, 602 locations. Sindh Records Over 117, 000 Malaria Cases This Year.
Meanwhile, the DHO remarked sustained field surveillance, timely elimination of breeding sites, monitoring of hotspots and public participation are essential to keeping dengue under control.
Residents have been pressed to cooperate with anti-dengue teams and keep water containers, rooftops, courtyards and other potential breeding sites clean and free of stagnant water. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.
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