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A dengue outbreak may hit parts of Pakistan following recent heavy rains, the National Institute of Health (NIH) has warned. Punjab, Balochistan, and northern regions face a high risk due to the warm and humid conditions that favor mosquito breeding. Authorities and the public have been urged to take immediate preventive measures to control the …
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced a troubling surge in infectious diseases in 2024, with diphtheria, dengue, measles, and malaria witnessing alarming increases. The sharp rise highlights the urgent need for improved healthcare infrastructure and climate-resilient disease control strategies to combat this escalating health crisis. Alarming Rise in Diphtheria Diphtheria cases soared by 182%, marking the highest percentage …
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) is grappling with a sharp rise in mosquito-borne diseases this year, posing a serious public health challenge. The latest report by the KP Health Department highlights alarming increases in both malaria and dengue fever cases across the province. Malaria Cases Show a Worrisome Increase The report reveals a 13% surge in malaria …
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Islamabad: Pakistan has recorded 20,057 dengue cases in 2024, according to data from the National Institute of Health (NIH), sources reported on Wednesday. The figures span from January 1 to November 15, highlighting the severity of the outbreak. Ten people have died from dengue this year. However, the report indicates a lack of data from …
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HYDERABAD: The rising cases of dengue in Hyderabad and Jamshoro districts have led to the establishment of dedicated isolation wards at the Liaquat University Hospital (LUH) in both locations. This step aims to control the spread of the virus and provide specialized care to affected patients. Anti-Dengue Spray Arrangements Completed To protect patients and staff, …
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Rawalpindi – Dengue cases in Rawalpindi are showing a downward trend as the number of daily positive cases has decreased. In the last three days, a total of 267 positive cases were reported, averaging 89 new cases per day. The District Health Authority’s dengue data shows that positive cases for the last three consecutive days …
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KARACHI: Hospitals across Karachi are witnessing a surge in patients suffering from vector-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria, chikungunya, and other viral infections. Every day, at least 50 patients arrive at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center (JPMC) and Civil Hospital with symptoms including cold, fever, and body aches. Many of these cases are suspected to be …
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Dengue fever is a viral infection transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which thrives in areas where stagnant water provides an ideal breeding ground. While dengue is a concern in many tropical and subtropical regions, the connection between keeping pets, open water sources, and the risk of attracting dengue-carrying mosquitoes is often overlooked. Many pet …
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