DC’s Call To Action: Let’s Make Sanitation Everyone’s Priority In Islamabad

News Desk

Islamabad: To combat the rising dengue fever cases, Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon directed officials to improve sanitation arrangements in different areas of Islamabad to prevent dengue and to launch an awareness campaign among the people about anti-dengue measures.

Nawaz Memon has ordered anti-dengue teams to carry out dengue spraying and fogging in key areas of the federal capital, including the buildings of the Supreme Court, the Election Commission, the Prime Minister Secretariat, and the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) headquarters.

Irfan further emphasised the need to spray dengue in schools and colleges in Islamabad. Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Spokesman Dr Abdullah Tabasum said that the Deputy Commissioner has assured to employ all available resources to combat the deadly virus in Islamabad.

The populace must work with the authorities and take all required safety measures to safeguard themselves from this fatal disease, added Dr Abdullah.

Medical Expert Dr Attiya Karim Khan said that dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that can cause flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle and joint pain and nausea.

In severe cases, dengue fever can lead to life-threatening complications such as haemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome, Khan added.

There is no specific treatment for dengue fever, but early diagnosis and supportive care can help to improve the prognosis, Dr Attiya further said, adding that the best way to prevent dengue fever is to avoid mosquito bites.

Dr Kairm advised the general public to take the following preventative measures to avoid mosquito bites: use mosquito repellents, dress in long sleeves and pants and use mosquito nets while sleeping.

Medical Expert further recommend removing standing water from the area around your home, keeping your home clean and organised, and seeking medical attention right away if you experience any symptoms of dengue fever.