Tag: Vector Control
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Mosquito-borne Deaths in Sindh 2025: 103 Fatalities Across Hospitals
Overview: 103 Mosquito-Borne Deaths in Sindh During 2025 New health data from Sindh reveals a grim toll from mosquito-borne diseases in 2025. Across three Karachi hospitals and one Hyderabad hospital, 103 people died from illnesses transmitted by mosquitoes, including 23 malaria-related deaths recorded at a Karachi facility. The figures, compiled from multiple urban and semi-urban…
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Sindh Faces 103 Mosquito-Borne Deaths in 2025: A Closer Look at Malaria and Beyond
Overview: A Prolonged Battle Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Sindh New data from three Karachi hospitals and one Hyderabad hospital reveal that 103 people died from mosquito-borne diseases across the Sindh province in 2025. The figure highlights a persistent public health challenge as vector-borne illnesses continue to claim lives even as hospitals respond with treatment and…
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Climatic and Governance Determinants of Malaria Transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria: Insights for Policy and Practice
Introduction Malaria remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria, with transmission shaped by a complex mix of environmental factors and governance dynamics. In Rivers State, located in the Niger Delta region, malaria transmission is influenced not only by climate patterns but also by local governance, health system capacity, and community engagement. This article synthesizes…
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Climatic and governance determinants of malaria transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria
Introduction Malaria remains a major public health concern in Rivers State, Nigeria, where seasonal climate variability and governance structures intersect to influence disease dynamics. This article synthesizes current thinking on how climatic factors—such as rainfall, temperature, and humidity—affect mosquito populations and parasite development, alongside governance determinants including health system capacity, funding, and policy implementation. Understanding…
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Climatic and Governance Determinants of Malaria Transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria
Introduction Malaria remains a leading public health challenge in Nigeria, with Rivers State experiencing persistent transmission influenced by a combination of environmental and governance factors. While the biology of Plasmodium parasites and the vectors that transmit them has been well described in scientific reviews, the local determinants of transmission—especially climate variability and the strength of…
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DC Orders Implementation of Anti-Dengue Micro-Plan in Faisalabad
Government Steps Up Dengue Prevention in Faisalabad In a decisive move to curb dengue outbreaks, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Faisalabad, Capt (retd) Nadeem Nasir, has ordered the comprehensive implementation of an anti-dengue micro-plan. The initiative aims to strengthen on-the-ground prevention, streamline response protocols, and ensure that field staff receive thorough training to identify and…
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Faisalabad DC Drives Targeted Anti-Dengue Micro-Plan with Staff Training
Overview: A Proactive Step Against Dengue In Faisalabad, a decisive move was taken to strengthen the city’s dengue prevention efforts. Deputy Commissioner Captain (retired) Nadeem Nasir chaired a high-level meeting of the District Emergency Response Committee and directed the rapid rollout of an anti-dengue micro-plan. The objective is clear: reduce mosquito breeding, increase community awareness,…
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Faisalabad DC Pushes for Effective Anti-Dengue Micro-Plan and Field Staff Training
Overview of the Decision In Faisalabad, the Deputy Commissioner (DC), Captain (Retired) Nadeem Nasir, has mandated the rapid implementation of an anti-dengue micro-plan. The directive aims to strengthen local prevention efforts, enhance field operations, and reduce dengue transmission through coordinated, on-the-ground action. Rationale Behind the Plan Dengue remains a persistent public health challenge in many…
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Selangor’s Dengue Downturn: 61% Decline in Cases and Nearly Halved Deaths in 2025
Overview: A Promising Public Health Milestone for Selangor Selangor has reported a remarkable improvement in its battle against dengue fever, with a 61% decrease in reported cases in 2025 compared to 2024. The number of dengue-related deaths also dropped by nearly 50%, signaling the effectiveness of a coordinated public health strategy and sustained community engagement.…
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Selangor Achieves 61% Drop in Dengue Cases as Deaths Halve, State Exco Announces
Selangor Records Dramatic Fall in Dengue Incidence The Selangor state government announced a remarkable reduction in dengue fever cases for the past year, with a 61 percent decline compared with 2024. Public Health and Environment Exco member Jamaliah Jamaluddin credited a multi-pronged strategy for driving down both infections and fatalities. What Contributed to the Decline…