Inspection on war footing as dengue cases see uptick in Patiala

The district has emerged as Punjab’s worst-hit in the ongoing dengue outbreak, recording 419 confirmed cases so far. Nabha and Bhadson towns are the most affected, reporting 146 and 77 cases, respectively.

On Friday, a team led by District Epidemiologist Dr Sumeet Singh inspected the on-groundwork of anti-larval teams in various localities to assess the containment measures.

Officials said special drives have been initiated to clear stagnant water and intensify fogging in vulnerable areas to check the spread of dengue and chikungunya.

Symptoms of dengue fever include high fever, headache, muscle aches, skin rash, pain in the back of the eye, and bleeding gums and nose.

This mosquito bites mostly on the lower part of the body, and its yield is higher at a temperature of 20 degrees to 34 degrees. Symptoms of dengue fever include high fever, headache, muscle aches, skin rash, pain in

the back of the eye, and bleeding gums and nose.

According to the health department, in case of fever; do not take aspirin and ibuprofen. Instead, prefer Paracetamol or drink more fluids and rest.

The health department has urged residents not to allow clean water to stagnate in the coolers, containers, nets behind the fridge, pots, rubbish on the roofs of the houses etc. Wear clothes that cover the body completely. Mosquito repellent at bedtime and use mosquito nets. Celebrate every Friday as a dry day.