Sharp Rise in Dengue Cases in Manipur, 3,114 Confirmed Cases Reported

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A significant surge in dengue cases has been observed in Manipur, with 151 individuals testing positive out of 235 tested within a 24-hour period. The total number of confirmed dengue cases has risen to 3,114, with one fatality, according to the state health department. The majority of cases have been reported in Imphal West, with a substantial number of cases also reported in Imphal East and Thoubal districts.

Key Takeaways:

  • The state health department has confirmed 3,114 dengue cases in Manipur, with one fatality, from January 1 to October 24, 2024.
  • Imphal West is the most affected district, recording 2,186 cases, followed by Imphal East with 556 cases, Thoubal with 408, and Bishnupur with 346.
  • The health department has conducted fogging in 1,968 localities, including six relief camps, and organized 1,535 awareness campaigns to combat the outbreak.
  • The state malaria officer, Dr S Priyokumar, attributed the rise in cases to factors such as unprecedented population growth, unplanned urbanization, water supply management issues, and increased mosquito density.
  • In comparison, Manipur recorded 2,463 dengue cases and five deaths in 2023.

Statistics:

  • 3,114 dengue cases confirmed in Manipur from January 1 to October 24, 2024.
  • 151 individuals tested positive out of 235 tested in the past 24 hours.
  • 2,186 cases reported in Imphal West, 556 in Imphal East, 408 in Thoubal, and 346 in Bishnupur.
  • 1 in 5 cases reported in the past 24 hours were from Imphal West (21 out of 42).
  • 1,968 localities have been covered in fogging operations, including six relief camps.
  • 1,535 awareness campaigns have been organized to combat the outbreak.
  • 2,463 dengue cases and five deaths reported in Manipur in 2023.

Sources:

  • "Sharp Rise in Dengue Cases in Manipur, 3,114 Confirmed Cases Reported," Times of India, no date listed.

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