Tag: Vector Control


  • Climate Crisis Fuels Yellow Fever and Dengue Surge in South America

    Climate Crisis Fuels Yellow Fever and Dengue Surge in South America

    Rising Threat: Yellow Fever and Dengue in a Warming South America Climatic shifts are accelerating the spread of mosquito-borne diseases across South America, with yellow fever and dengue fever at the forefront. Health officials say warming temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and urbanization are creating more favorable habitats for Aedes mosquitoes, the primary vectors for both…

  • Yellow fever and dengue surge in South America as climate crisis fuels health issues

    Yellow fever and dengue surge in South America as climate crisis fuels health issues

    Rising threats: Yellow fever and dengue climb in South America Across South America, health officials are grappling with an alarming uptick in yellow fever and dengue cases. The surge is increasingly tied to the climate crisis, which is expanding the habitats of the mosquitoes that spread these diseases. As temperatures rise, rainfall patterns shift, and…

  • Dengue In Sindh: Two More Deaths as 829 Cases Confirmed in Latest Update

    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…

  • Dengue in Sindh: Fresh Deaths and Rising Cases in Karachi

    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…

  • Ludhiana Faces Dengue Surge: 80% of Patients Hospitalised as Poor Air Quality Raised Health Risks

    Ludhiana Faces Dengue Surge: 80% of Patients Hospitalised as Poor Air Quality Raised Health Risks

    Ludhiana Sees a Sharp Dengue Surge and Rising Hospitalisations Ludhiana, a major industrial hub in Punjab, is grappling with a worrying dengue surge. According to the latest figures released by the local health department, there are 39 active dengue patients in the district, with 31 of them currently receiving hospital care. This means roughly 80%…

  • Ludhiana Dengue Surge: 80% Hospitalised Amid Poor AQI Sparks Public Health Alarm

    Ludhiana Dengue Surge: 80% Hospitalised Amid Poor AQI Sparks Public Health Alarm

    Overview: A Concerning Dengue Pattern in Ludhiana Recent data from Ludhiana’s local health department shows a troubling trend in the city’s dengue situation. Of the 39 active dengue patients, 31 are currently hospitalised. This high rate of hospital admissions has prompted concern among doctors and public health officials, who fear the burden could intensify as…

  • 10-day IRS Campaign in Ghotki Aims to Curb Malaria and Dengue

    10-day IRS Campaign in Ghotki Aims to Curb Malaria and Dengue

    Ten-Day Indoor Residual Spraying Campaign Kicks Off in Ghotki In a decisive move to protect residents from malaria and dengue, a ten-day Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign has been officially launched in Ghotki district. The initiative, ordered by Deputy Commissioner Manzoor Ahmed Kanrani, brings together local health authorities, field workers, and community leaders to deliver…

  • Ghotki Launches 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign to Combat Malaria and Dengue

    Ghotki Launches 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign to Combat Malaria and Dengue

    Initiating a Targeted Public Health Drive In a decisive move to curb mosquito-borne illnesses, a 10-day Indoor Residual Spray (IRS) campaign has been officially launched in Ghotki. The initiative comes under the directive of Deputy Commissioner Manzoor Ahmed Kanrani, who directed local health authorities to implement a comprehensive program aimed at reducing malaria and dengue…

  • Ghotki Launches 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign to Fight Malaria and Dengue

    Ghotki Launches 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign to Fight Malaria and Dengue

    Ghotki Unveils a 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign In a coordinated effort to curb the spread of malaria and dengue, the district administration of Ghotki, led by Deputy Commissioner Manzoor Ahmed Kanrani, has officially launched a ten-day Indoor Residual Spray (IRS) campaign. The initiative aims to reduce mosquito populations inside homes and public buildings, translating…

  • Dengue Surge in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 102 New Cases Reported Amid Rising Infections

    Dengue Surge in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 102 New Cases Reported Amid Rising Infections

    Overview: 102 New Dengue Infections in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) reported 102 new dengue cases in the last 24 hours, a figure that underscores the persistence of the outbreak across the province. The surge brings the province’s active dengue caseload to a level that has prompted health officials to reiterate public…