Dengue Cases Surge in Sindh Province, Health Minister Responds with Comprehensive Measures
The number of dengue cases in Sindh province has reached alarming levels, with 175 cases reported across the province this month. According to a report submitted to Sindh Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho, 85 cases have been reported in Karachi, 48 in Hyderabad, 37 in Mirpurkhas, and five in Sukkur. This brings the total number of cases for the year to 819, with one fatality. The health minister has expressed concern over the rising number of cases and has assured that the government is taking comprehensive measures to curb the spread of the disease.
Key Takeaways:
- The Sindh Health Department has reported 175 dengue cases across the province this month, with Karachi Division being the most affected.
- The year's total number of dengue cases has reached 819, with one fatality.
- Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho has stressed the importance of public cooperation in containing the spread of the disease, citing that dengue is a preventable disease.
- Anti-dengue campaigns have been intensified in all divisions, with fumigation and spraying operations being carried out daily.
- Hospitals have been instructed to provide special medical attention and immediate treatment to dengue patients.
- The government is closely monitoring suspected and confirmed cases in all districts and working with district administrations to take preventive and remedial actions.
- The Sindh Health Department is committed to safeguarding public health and eradicating dengue and other vector-borne diseases from the province.
Statistics:
- 175 dengue cases reported across Sindh province this month.
- 85 cases reported in Karachi, 48 in Hyderabad, 37 in Mirpurkhas, and five in Sukkur.
- 819 dengue cases reported for the year, with one fatality.
- 37 districts in Sindh province have reported dengue cases.
Sources:
- A report submitted to Sindh Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho.
- A press statement issued by Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho.