Punjab recorded 27 new dengue cases in the past day, with Rawalpindi reporting the highest number
LAHORE: At least 27 new dengue cases have emerged across Punjab in the past 24 hours, according to the provincial health department. The Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department’s latest report shows that the total number of cases this year has reached 447, with 81 cases recorded in the past week alone.
Rawalpindi has seen the highest number of new cases, reporting 19, while Lahore and Chakwal each recorded two cases. Bahawalpur, Multan, Muzaffargarh, and Mandi Bahauddin each reported one case. Health officials have assured the public that dengue prevention measures are in place. Public hospitals across Punjab are stocked with necessary medicines, including those for dengue treatment. September has been flagged as a critical month for dengue, prompting directives from the Chief Secretary of Punjab, the Commissioner, and the Deputy Commissioner to intensify dengue surveillance efforts.
Experts have linked the surge in cases to poor drainage systems, open water storage in homes, and inadequate disinfectant spraying. Climate change and low public awareness are also contributing factors. Medical professionals advise using mosquito nets, avoiding stagnant water, wearing loose clothing, and applying mosquito repellent lotion to prevent dengue. In Rawalpindi, 14 people have tested positive for dengue recently, raising the total number of confirmed cases this season to 145. This represents a significant decrease from the 350 cases reported at the same time last year. Currently, 34 dengue patients are receiving treatment in government hospitals, while 110 have recovered and been discharged.
To date, 9,932 individuals with dengue-like symptoms have sought medical attention. Despite assurances from the district health department, dengue remains a concern due to inadequate control measures. Additionally, the province has reported two cases of the Congo virus and 646 malaria cases. Recent heavy rains in Lahore and other areas have led to the detection of dengue larvae, highlighting the need for enhanced preventive measures. Rainwater has been slow to drain from various areas in Lahore and educational institution playgrounds, further exacerbating the situation.
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