126 New Dengue Infections Reported in Punjab 

APP

Lahore:  The Punjab Health Department has confirmed a significant spike in dengue cases, with 126 new infections recorded across the province within the last 24 hours.

Rawalpindi remains the hardest-hit area, reporting 107 cases, followed by Lahore with six, Gujranwala with three, and two cases each from Faisalabad, Sargodha, and Attock. Single cases have also been reported from Jhelum, Kasur, Multan, and Mandi Bahauddin.

This recent surge has brought the total number of dengue cases in Punjab to 528 over the past week, raising the province’s tally for 2024 to 1,371.

A spokesperson for the Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department reassured the public that hospitals are well-equipped with sufficient medicines and treatments to address the outbreak.

In response to the rising cases, the Health Department has issued an advisory urging citizens to maintain clean and dry surroundings to prevent the spread of dengue. The public is encouraged to cooperate with health teams working diligently to control the outbreak.

Additionally, a free helpline (1033) has been established for those seeking treatment, information, or to register complaints. Health officials emphasized the need for continued vigilance and proactive measures to contain the virus across the province.