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Mosquito menace: Jammu fights a growing dengue crisis

#Jammu Journal: Poor sanitation, stagnant water and shifting weather patterns fuel a sharp rise in cases

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Stagnant water in coolers, discarded containers, and open drains becomes a breeding ground for the Aedes mosquito, the primary carrier of the dengue virus. iSTOCK

JAMMU is currently witnessing a worrying spike in dengue cases, prompting health authorities to intensify surveillance and preventive efforts against the vector-borne disease. Having experienced outbreaks in previous years, the region once again finds itself at a critical juncture as the number of infections continues to climb.

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