Dengue knocks on Jalandhar’s door
13 cases reported, with 6 from urban & 7 from rural areas
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Hoshiarpur now leads Doaba in dengue cases, followed by Kapurthala and Jalandhar. Jalandhar, with 77 cases, has seen fewer cases in recent years despite autumn's peak. Jalandhar's health department has increased surveys and awareness efforts, finding larvae in 1,589 houses so far.
Jalandhar has seen significantly fewer dengue cases this year compared to past years. Intensive field drives, involving thousands of health workers and school staff, are key to prevention. Weekly campaigns and comprehensive surveys, along with reporting from major hospitals, contribute to controlling the spread.