Tag: Disease surveillance
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Ethiopia Probes Suspected Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Cases
Eight Suspected Cases Trigger Expanded Investigations in the South Region Health authorities in Ethiopia have intensified surveillance and response efforts after reporting eight suspected cases of viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) in the South Ethiopia Region. The cases prompted an immediate public health investigation to determine whether the illnesses are caused by a known VHF pathogen…
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Dengue Surge in Sindh: Two More Deaths as 829 Test Positive
Two More Dengue Deaths in Sindh Raise Alarm The Sindh Health Department has released its latest report on dengue activity across the province, confirming two additional fatalities linked to the disease. This grim update arrives as health authorities continue to monitor and respond to an uptick in infections in various districts, including the Karachi Division.…
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Dengue In Sindh: Two More Deaths as 829 Cases Confirmed in Latest Update
Sindh Records Two New Dengue Deaths Amid Rising Cases The Sindh Health Department has released its latest update on dengue across the province, confirming that the disease continues to pose a serious public health challenge. In the most recent 24-hour window, a total of 4,611 dengue tests were conducted, with 829 returning positive results. The…
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Dengue in Sindh: Fresh Deaths and Rising Cases in Karachi
Two More Dengue Deaths Reported as Sindh Sees Record Testing The Sindh Health Department released its latest dengue update, revealing a continued spike in confirmed cases across the province. In the most recent 24-hour window, authorities conducted 4,611 dengue tests, with 829 returning positive. The news comes as health officials warn residents to take strict…
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Adapting a Global One Health Evaluation Framework to Municipal Levels in Fukuoka, Japan
Introduction: Why a municipal One Health framework matters in Fukuoka The One Health approach emphasizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. In Fukuoka, Japan, city leadership seeks to translate a widely used global evaluation framework into municipal practice. This adaptation aims to strengthen early detection of health threats, improve cross-sector collaboration, and promote…
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ICMR Study Reveals 11.1% Pathogen Positivity Across Labs in India
Overview: A Large-Scale Effort to Track Viral Infections A recent effort by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) analyzed the results from a network of laboratories across the country to identify viral infections of public health significance. Involving about 4.5 lakh (450,000) patients, the study found that 11.1% carried detectable pathogens. This marks a…
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Mirpur Dengue Prevention Drive: No Death Reported Yet
Overview: A Proactive Push Against Dengue A high-level meeting in Mirpur, chaired by Deputy Commissioner Yasir Riaz, underscored the district’s intensified anti-dengue prevention measures. Attended by representatives from the Health Department, Municipal Corporation, and Agriculture Department, the session reviewed ongoing efforts to curb dengue outbreaks and protect residents of Mirpur in Ajk. Key Updates from…
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Dengue Alert in Islamabad: 28 New Cases as 24,603 Sites Inspected in a Day
Islamabad’s Daily Dengue Surveillance: 28 New Cases Confirmed Islamabad’s district administration reported 28 new dengue cases in the last 24 hours as part of an ongoing, citywide anti-dengue campaign. The daily update underscores the authorities’ intensified efforts to curb the virus’s spread across both urban sectors and rural areas under the capital’s jurisdiction. Extensive Inspections…