Jalandhar DC orders mapping of dengue, malaria hotspots

To prevent the spread of water-borne and vector-borne diseases, Deputy Commissioner Dr Himanshu Aggarwal has directed the Health Department to identify local hotspots of dengue, malaria, and chikungunya for focused interventions.

Chairing a meeting of the District Health Society at the District Administrative Complex, Dr Aggarwal emphasised the need for a coordinated, multi-departmental approach, particularly in localities where such diseases are frequently reported.

Accompained by Additional Deputy Commissioner Jasbir Singh, Civil Surgeon Dr Gurmeet Lal, the Deputy Commissioner instructed all SDMs to monitor anti-disease efforts in their jurisdictions and adopt a multi-pronged strategy to manage outbreaks.

Dr Aggarwal also reviewed the preparations for launching the Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojna in the district, set to roll out on October 2. He called for coordination among departments to ensure proper implementation.

In a move to strengthen the physical and mental health of individuals undergoing treatment at de-addiction centres, Dr Aggarwal asked officials to introduce daily yoga sessions.

Additionally, he directed the department to conduct a thorough assessment of infrastructural requirements at health centres to enhance the delivery of healthcare services at the grassroots level.