Dengue

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Dengue On Rise In India, Dr Anurag Saxena Calls For Measures Needed

Dr Anurag Saxena, HOD, internal medicine, Primus Super Speciality Hospital, said that dengue cases have experienced fluctuations over time with several factors contributing to it. “It is believed that the increase in dengue cases is directly linked to the humid and warm climate during the monsoon season,” he said. The doctor also emphasized on the need of cleanliness and hygiene to avoid rise in dengue cases.

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 - 08:44 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Dengue, Delhi, Indian Fever, Dr Anurag, Health News

Courtesy: The Indian Express

Dengue

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Delhi Govt Calls For Action Amid Alarming Surge In Dengue

An alarming surge in dengue cases reported in the aftermath of recent floods. The Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj on July 28, said that genome sequencing of 20 dengue samples was done out of which 19 samples had severe strain Type-2. Bhardwaj further informed that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has directed the Health Department to reserve beds for dengue patients and ensure adequate medicines at hospitals and ‘mohalla’ clinics… read-more

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 - 05:01 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: national capital, Delhi Government, Dengue, Health Ministry

Courtesy: Zee News India

Mosquito

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Malaria Cases Increase By 62% & Dengue Cases By 16%: Mumbai

In Maharashtra’s Mumbai, Malaria cases have gone up drastically by 62% and Dengue cases by 16%. From here, experts believe that the cases will only increase in the coming days. Between September 5 and 11, the number of Malaria cases stood at 118, and Dengue cases at 51. Between September 12 and 18, Malaria cases rose to 191 and Dengue cases to 59. Meanwhile, Hepatitis cases jumped to 31.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 - 04:58 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Malaria, Dengue, Hepatitis, Mumbai, Maharashtra

Courtesy: Free Press Journal

Mosquito

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Uttarakhand On Alert Due To Rise In Dengue Cases

To prevent the spread of dengue, Uttarakhand government directed all chief medical officers to take necessary steps. Uttarakhand’s chief in-charge secretary of health R Rajesh Kumar said that the CMO will be held responsible if the dengue cases increase. Reportedly, over 300 cases have been reported in the state, so far. In addition, all students are asked to attend schools wearing full-sleeve shirts.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 - 12:04 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Uttarakhand, Dengue, Health, R Rajesh Kumar, Chief Medical Officer

Courtesy: ANI

Dengue

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Siliguri Dengue Cases Rise Rapidly, 101 Cases Registered So Far

In Siliguri, the dengue cases are rising rapidly, increasing concern to the concerned authority and people. So far, till August 31, there are 110 cases of Dengue were reported in the region. In order to control the spread of the disease, the authority even engaged Vector Control Teams (VCT) to ensure that the situation is under control in the town. The major reason behind dengue rise is the weather change.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 - 06:26 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Siliguri, Dengue, Vector Borne Disease, Civic Body, Cases, Health Concerns

Courtesy: ANI

BMC

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BMC Issues Notices To 8,437 Residents For Not Taking Action Against Mosquito Breeding

Notices have been issued to 8,437 residents, commercial establishments and societies in Mumbai, for not checking and destroying spaces that are responsible for mosquito breeding. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated legal action against 594 societies, and has collected over Rs 9,22,800 in penalties. BMC informed that in 2022, 2,315 cases of Malaria and 289 cases of Dengue have been reported in Mumbai.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 - 01:30 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Malaria, Dengue, Mumbai, BMC, Mosquito Breeding

Courtesy: Free Press Journal

Tuberculosis

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Tuberculosis On Rise, Number Of Sufferers Growing Everyday In Alipurduar's Tea Belt Of Kalchini

Tuberculosis is on the rise in Alipurduar's tea belt of Kalchini. The number of tuberculosis patients in Alipurduar's tea belt of Kalchini is growing by the day. The health department has already implemented specific procedures to treat Tuberculosis patients. According to Kalchini Health Department officials, if a person has a fever for more than two weeks, night sweats, weight loss, cough, or other symptoms, they should contact their doctors… read-more

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 - 03:50 PM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Dengue, Tuberculosis, Weight Loss, night sweats, Health

Courtesy: Zee news

Dengue

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Dengue Emergency Declared In Rawalpindi Province Of Pakistan's Punjab

An emergency for dengue has been declared in Rawalpindi province of Pakistan's Punjab, by the provincial health department, on August 8. The district has been termed 'very sensitive', in wake of the rising number of dengue cases. Reportedly, over 1000 teams have been formed to eradicate dengue from the district. Over 91 suspected dengue cases have been reported in the district, of which, 29 have been diagnosed for the virus.

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 - 11:44 AM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Dengue, Pakistan, rawalpindi, Punjab, Health News

Courtesy: ANI

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Swine Flu, Malaria & Dengue Cases On RIse In Thane, Officials Issues Alert

Thane is seeing a rapid rise in dengue, malaria, and swine flu cases.  According to officials, in just 24 hours, July 26, swine flu patients rose to 20, while 14 dengue patients are active, raising alarming concerns. In addition, of the 20 swine flu cases, two have lost their lives. In regard to this, the Thane Municipal Corporations took necessary precautions and alerted people, to be cautious about water-borne diseases.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 - 06:29 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: diseases, Dengue, Malaria, swine flu, Thane

Mosquito

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Pune Sees Increase In Dengue, With 50 Cases Reported In Last 2 Weeks

Pune has seen an upsurge in dengue fever infections in the previous two weeks, with 50 new cases registered. According to sources, the health department of the Pune Municipal Corporation has recorded 200 cases of dengue and 72 cases of chikungunya since January. However, no dengue-related fatalities were recorded. At the same time, the city has documented 11 instances of H1N1 virus (swine flu) infection this year.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 - 04:43 PM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Pune, Dengue, Cases Rise, Chikungunya, fever

Courtesy: India today