Stay vigilant to dengue, malaria cases, Centre tells States
The Union Health Ministry has urged all States and Union Territories to strengthen surveillance and preventive measures against the spread of dengue and malaria. With monsoon rains creating favorable breeding grounds for mosquitoes, authorities have been advised to intensify vector control activities, monitor hotspots, and ensure timely testing and treatment facilities. The Centre emphasized the importance of public awareness campaigns, cleanliness drives, and community participation to control outbreaks. Health officials have been instructed to maintain sufficient stocks of medicines, diagnostic kits, and testing facilities at hospitals and primary health centers. The advisory also highlighted the need for strict monitoring of seasonal disease trends to reduce complications and fatalities. Early detection and rapid response were underscored as critical to minimizing the burden on healthcare systems. The Centre further requested States to share regular updates on cases and preventive measures, ensuring coordinated efforts to protect public health.
The Key points
- Centre issues advisory on dengue and malaria preparedness.
- States told to strengthen surveillance of seasonal diseases.
- Monsoon rains increase mosquito breeding risks.
- Vector control and cleanliness drives made priority.
- Early detection and timely treatment emphasized.
- Hospitals advised to stock medicines and test kits.
- Community participation key for prevention efforts.
- Awareness campaigns encouraged to curb mosquito spread.
- States must share regular updates with the Centre.
- Coordinated action vital to reduce cases and fatalities.
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