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Sindh Government Takes Urgent Measures to Combat Dengue Epidemic

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Sindh Chief Secretary Asif Haider Shah convened an emergency meeting to review the rising number of dengue cases across the province. The meeting involved key officials from the health, local government, and education departments. During the meeting, the chief secretary directed the departments to take immediate action to prevent and control the spread of dengue. A total of 982 dengue cases have been reported in Sindh from January to October 2025, with 641 cases reported in Karachi, 178 in Hyderabad, and fewer cases from other divisions. Two deaths were confirmed during this period.

Key Takeaways:

  • 982 dengue cases have been reported in Sindh from January to October 2025.
  • 641 cases were reported in Karachi, 178 in Hyderabad, and fewer cases from other divisions.
  • Two deaths were confirmed during this period, one in Karachi East and one in Hyderabad.
  • 239 hospitals have established dedicated dengue wards with 1,289 beds allocated for patients.
  • 117 government laboratories are conducting free dengue diagnostic tests.
  • 23,000 dengue testing kits have been distributed among hospitals.
  • The chief secretary directed deputy commissioners to coordinate with the health department and the Dengue Control Programme for fumigation and larval eradication activities.
  • A province-wide media campaign is being launched to inform citizens about dengue prevention, early symptoms, and control measures.
  • The education department has been instructed to educate students about dengue prevention during morning assemblies.
  • A dedicated control room for dengue monitoring and response is being activated to coordinate efforts across all districts.
  • Public hospitals are providing free dengue testing and treatment, while private healthcare facilities have been urged to reduce testing costs.

Statistics:

  • 982 dengue cases reported in Sindh from January to October 2025.
  • 641 dengue cases reported in Karachi.
  • 178 dengue cases reported in Hyderabad.
  • 239 hospitals have established dedicated dengue wards.
  • 1,289 beds allocated for dengue patients in dedicated wards.
  • 117 government laboratories conducting free dengue diagnostic tests.
  • 23,000 dengue testing kits distributed among hospitals.

Sources:

  • Sindh Government's press release (No date mentioned in the original text)

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