Punjab Reports 87 New Dengue Cases, Infections Reach 1,458

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Lahore: The Punjab Health Department confirmed the detection of 87 new dengue cases across the province within the last 24 hours, raising concerns about the virus’s spread.

According to the department, Rawalpindi remains the hardest-hit area, reporting 68 cases, followed by 4 in Lahore, 3 each in Faisalabad and Attock, 2 in Chakwal, and 1 case each in Jhelum, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Sialkot, Gujrat, Jhang, and Sargodha.

In the past week, 570 new cases have been recorded, bringing the total number of infections in Punjab to 1,458 in 2024.

A spokesperson for the Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department assured the public that the government has taken all necessary steps to manage the outbreak. Government hospitals are fully stocked with medicines and treatment for dengue.

The Health Department has issued an advisory urging the public to maintain clean and dry surroundings to prevent the spread of the virus. The cooperation of citizens is critical, as health teams are working actively across the province to control the situation.

For treatment, information, or complaints, a free helpline (1033) has been set up. Health officials stressed the importance of vigilance and preventive measures to curb further transmission of the virus.