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Dengue Infections Soar in Manipur as Health Officials Sound Alarm

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Manipur has been grappling with a sudden surge in dengue infections, with health officials confirming over 2,500 cases in Imphal West alone. The state's health department has expressed concern over the increased numbers, with experts attributing the rise to prolonged monsoon rains, ideal breeding conditions for the mosquito vector, and high population density in valley districts. As the situation unfolds, health authorities are conducting intensive preventive actions, including vector-control operations, awareness campaigns, and public advisories to educate residents on preventive measures.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 2,500 dengue cases have been reported in Imphal West, making it the highest number in the state.
  • The health department expects a total of 3,500 cases this year, with many unreported cases likely.
  • Dengue-related death has been reported in Bishnupur district.
  • Tests for dengue are primarily conducted in JNIMS and RIMS, where hundreds of patients have been admitted.
  • Health officials stress the importance of seeking medical care early and not using antibiotics, as they are ineffective against dengue, which is caused by a virus.
  • Prof N Mohanlal of the Manipur University attributes the rise in dengue cases to prolonged monsoon rains, ideal breeding conditions for the mosquito vector, and high population density in valley districts.
  • The state government and health authorities have launched a multi-pronged response, including vector-control operations, awareness campaigns, and public advisories.
  • Local health workers, urban teams, and community groups are conducting house-to-house inspections to remove stagnant water, which creates breeding conditions for mosquitoes.

Statistics:

  • Over 2,500 dengue cases have been reported in Imphal West alone.
  • The health department expects a total of 3,500 cases this year.
  • Hundreds of dengue patients have been admitted to JNIMS and RIMS.
  • 1.5 lakh platelets are considered a normal count for dengue patients.
  • 2500 dengue cases were reported in the state in the last two years combined.

Sources:

  • United News of India
  • HT Digital Content Services
  • Prof N Mohanlal of the Manipur University
  • Health officials and doctors at JNIMS and RIMS.

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