The Sindh government has taken firm action to control the recent rise in dengue cases across the province. The Health Department directed all hospitals and district administrations to start emergency mosquito-control operations and ensure rapid response units remain active.
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Health Minister Dr. Azra Pechuho emphasized that early detection and prevention are vital. She said all medical staff must stay alert and ensure dengue test kits, medicines, and platelets are available in sufficient supply. The department also began an awareness campaign to educate citizens about dengue symptoms and protection methods.
To strengthen monitoring, the Sindh dengue control teams will inspect schools, offices, and residential areas for mosquito breeding sites. Municipal staff have been instructed to clear stagnant water and fumigate affected zones daily.
Meanwhile, local hospitals have increased outpatient capacity to handle more patients efficiently. Doctors urged residents to wear long sleeves, use mosquito repellents, and avoid storing water in open containers.
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Health officials added that coordinated efforts between citizens and local authorities can help reduce the spread. The government plans to continue strict surveillance until the dengue threat declines.
The Sindh dengue control initiative aims to protect public health, reduce infection numbers, and create long-term awareness about mosquito-borne diseases.
