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Dengue fever

Islamabad Battles Dengue Outbreak with Intensified Efforts

Strategic Insights

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The Islamabad district administration has upped the ante to combat the dengue outbreak, with 25 new cases reported in the last 24 hours. A total of 16 cases were recorded in rural areas and nine in urban localities, with 55 patients currently under treatment at various hospitals. The administration has conducted 47,283 inspections, fogged 2,169 locations, and sprayed 974 sites with anti-dengue chemicals to curb the spread of the disease.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Islamabad district administration has reported 25 new dengue cases in the last 24 hours, with 16 cases in rural areas and nine in urban localities.
  • 55 patients are currently under treatment at various hospitals across the city.
  • The administration has conducted 47,283 inspections in residential, commercial, and public areas to control dengue breeding sites.
  • Fogging has been carried out at 2,169 locations, while 974 sites were sprayed with anti-dengue chemicals.
  • Larvae testing has revealed 412 positive and 5 negative results, indicating the persistent presence of dengue breeding sites.
  • The administration has directed teams to accelerate fogging operations in high-risk sectors and rural clusters.
  • Individuals and entities found responsible for allowing mosquito breeding on their premises will face legal action.
  • A control room has been set up to receive dengue-related information from citizens.
  • The administration has urged residents to adopt precautionary measures, including covering water containers, disposing of stagnant water, and ensuring regular cleanliness.
  • Daily surveillance is being conducted in high-risk areas, and the administration plans to sustain its citywide drive to reduce dengue incidence.

Statistics:

  • 25 new dengue cases reported in the last 24 hours
  • 55 patients currently under treatment
  • 47,283 inspections conducted so far
  • 2,169 locations fogged
  • 974 sites sprayed with anti-dengue chemicals
  • 412 positive larvae test results
  • 5 negative larvae test results
  • 125 cases reported in the last week
  • Daily surveillance is being conducted in high-risk areas

Sources:

  • Islamabad district administration's latest surveillance report issued on Thursday (date not specified)
  • Urdu Point (no date specified)
  • The Express Tribune (no date specified)

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