Chak Jalal Din Sees Highest Dengue Cases in Rawalpindi

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Rawalpindi: Rawalpindi has reported a significant surge in dengue cases, with 107 new positive cases identified in the last 24 hours. 

Of these, 65 cases were reported from Potohar Town, making Chak Jalal Din the area with the highest incidence.

Since January 2024, the total number of dengue patients in the region has now reached 1,847.

According to the District Health Authority (DHA), the number of patients currently being treated in various allied hospitals has increased to 31, surpassing the initial capacity of 300 beds.

In response, the government has expanded bed availability to 600 in several hospitals to accommodate the rising number of patients.

Meanwhile, an awareness campaign aimed at combating dengue was organized in Chak Jalal Din, the most affected area in Potohar Town (Peri Urban).

The campaign was spearheaded by Dr Asif Arbab Niazi, CEO of the Rawalpindi Health Authority, who emphasized the urgent need for public awareness regarding the ongoing dengue situation.

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The campaign kicked off before Friday prayers, with health workers distributing pamphlets outlining dengue standard operating procedures (SOPs) and essential preventive measures.

Dr Niazi visited various mosques and addressed the community during Friday sermons, where he discussed the causes, symptoms, and impacts of dengue fever.

He stressed the importance of seeking timely medical attention for anyone displaying dengue symptoms.

Dr Niazi appealed to citizens to adhere to government-issued SOPs to prevent and control the spread of dengue and encouraged them to actively support health workers in promoting awareness.

Following the prayers, an anti-dengue walk took place through the main bazaars and streets of Chak Jalal Din, led by the CEO himself. 

During the walk, health workers carried banners displaying messages on dengue prevention, and participants distributed pamphlets to shopkeepers, students, and passersby.