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Phuentshogling Hospital reports sharp decline in dengue cases

September 6, 2023
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The Phuentshogling Hospital recorded a drastic decrease in dengue cases this year compared to the previous years. Last year, over 300 dengue cases were recorded. However, only 41 cases were reported this year. According to health officials, cases are not likely to increase as the summer is over. Dengue cases mostly occur during the summer months.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne illness, also known as break-bone fever, that causes severe muscle and joint pains. It is caused by the Dengue Virus and transmitted by the Aedes mosquito.

At the beginning of the year, a report warned of a high risk of dengue outbreaks in six southern districts due to early cases and the monsoon.

But it is a different story in Phuentshogling this year. Health officials attribute the decrease in cases to the initiatives carried out to prevent dengue.

One such was a three-in-one initiative where health officials with the support of DeSuups and other relevant officials carried out rigorous monitoring in the community.

In addition, they also raised awareness about the breeding site of mosquitoes such as flower pots, and refrigerator pans.

According to the chief medical officer, another reason for the decrease is the local population’s immunity gained from the previous outbreaks.

Moreover, he said no major outbreaks were reported in the nearby bordering towns. Further, the Thromde Dengue Task Force was reactivated in May where DeSuups were trained to identify vector mosquitoes.

Health officials said all the individuals contributed to preventing the outbreak of the disease.

Kinley Dem

Edited by Sonam Pem

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