Dengue Cases Surge in Islamabad and Rawalpindi Amid Ongoing Outbreak

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The District Health Office (DHO) in Islamabad reported 54 new dengue cases in a single day, with 32 cases confirmed in the twin cities. The rural areas reported 24 cases, while urban areas reported six cases. The DHO has urged citizens to follow preventive measures, such as regular cleaning of water containers, tanks, and coolers, to protect themselves and others from the mosquito-borne disease.

Key Takeaways:

  • A total of 54 new dengue cases were reported in Islamabad, with 32 cases confirmed in the twin cities.
  • 24 cases were reported from rural areas, while six cases were reported from urban areas.
  • The DHO has urged citizens to follow preventive measures, such as regular cleaning of water containers, tanks, and coolers.
  • 22 patients are admitted to hospitals in Rawalpindi, with reports of 22 new patients confirmed to be suffering from dengue virus in a single day.
  • The overall dengue tally has reached 457 in government-run hospitals, with no mechanism to collect data from private medical outlets.
  • A total of 41 dengue patients are under treatment at Holy Family Hospital, while four patients are admitted to Benazir Bhutto Hospital and five patients were brought to District Headquarters Hospital.
  • Deputy Commissioner Dr Hassan Waqar Cheema has assured that stringent measures will be taken and all resources mobilized to combat dengue in the district.
  • A comprehensive cleanliness drive is planned in Rawalpindi after the completion of activities of health and allied departments.

Statistics:

  • A total of 54 new dengue cases were reported in Islamabad in a single day.
  • 32 cases were confirmed in the twin cities, with 24 cases reported from rural areas and six cases reported from urban areas.
  • 522 patients have been admitted to hospitals in Rawalpindi and Islamabad to date.
  • 457 cases have been reported in government-run hospitals in Rawalpindi, with 41 patients under treatment at Holy Family Hospital.
  • 22 new patients were confirmed to be suffering from dengue virus in a single day, taking the overall tally to 457.
  • A total of 41 dengue patients are under treatment at Holy Family Hospital, with four patients admitted to Benazir Bhutto Hospital and five patients brought to District Headquarters Hospital.

Sources:

  • District Health Office Islamabad.
  • Rawalpindi Express Newspaper.