Dengue and Malaria Cases Surge in Rajasthan State Amid End of Monsoon

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The end of the monsoon has brought an increase in cases of mosquito-borne diseases across Rajasthan state. In the past 17 days, the state reported 588 dengue cases, 235 people were diagnosed with malaria, and 13 cases of chikungunya were detected. Jaipur, Bikaner, and other districts have seen a significant rise in dengue cases, prompting health authorities to conduct screening and anti-larvae activities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The state reported 588 dengue cases in the past 17 days, with Jaipur seeing a 27% increase in cases from October 7 to October 24.
  • Bikaner reported the highest number of dengue cases in 17 days, with 141 people testing positive for the disease.
  • Salumber reported the highest number of malaria cases in 17 days, with 82 people diagnosed with malaria.
  • The health department is conducting screening for prevention of vector-borne diseases in all districts and conducting anti-larvae activities.
  • The team is visiting villages and making people aware of preventive measures for mosquito-borne diseases.
  • People are advised to take precautions, especially children, against dengue by not playing in shorts and half-sleeved clothes, using mosquito nets or repellents, and avoiding stagnant water.
  • Health authorities have advised people to seek treatment by consulting with doctors due to several kinds of fever, including viral fever and mosquito-borne diseases.

Statistics:

  • 588 dengue cases reported in Rajasthan state in the past 17 days.
  • 235 people diagnosed with malaria in the past 17 days.
  • 13 cases of chikungunya reported from different parts of the state.
  • 27% increase in dengue cases in Jaipur from October 7 to October 24.
  • 29% increase in dengue cases state-wide in the past 17 days.
  • 1,928 to 2,486 cases of dengue reported in the state from October 7 to October 24, an increase of 558 cases.

Sources:

  • "Jaipur: With the monsoon having ended, cases of mosquito-borne diseases increased in most parts of the state." (Times of India)