Rising Dengue Cases In India: Govt. Issues Guidelines To Prevent Spread Of Dengue Fever

Add as a preferred source on Google

With the increasing number of dengue cases, the Delhi Government has issued a Dengue advisory to raise awareness and provide guidance on prevention and control measures.

In this article, we will highlight the important points from the advisory and offer some helpful tips to stay safe from Dengue.

Govt. Issues Guidelines To Prevent Spread Of Dengue Fever

Point 1: Dengue viral infections are caused by the dengue virus (DENV), transmitted by infected mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes aegypti mosquito. According to experts, there are four dengue virus serotypes -- DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3 and DENV-4.

Point 2: According to the Delhi government, 19 of the 20 positive samples that were genotyped had strain type-2.

Point 3: The strain Type-2 is a severe strain that poses a risk to patients. Because of this situation, the government has also increased the fines associated with mosquito breeding - Rs 1000 for households and Rs 5,000 for commercial establishments.

Point 4: Following a meeting last week, it was decided to use breeding checkers to check the breeding of mosquito larvae in households. A 24x7 control room will be established, along with the 1031 helpline that caters to Covid-19 cases as well as dengue cases.

Point 5: As part of the campaign to reduce the spread of the disease, chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has also directed the director of education to ensure that schools implement full-sleeved clothes and full pants as a preventative measure. Students have been instructed to participate in this campaign.

Point 6: A 'Dengue Homework Card' has been asked to be provided to students to help monitor their homes. Children will be responsible for spreading awareness and checking their homes for stagnant water. The Ministry of Education has made this report card "mandatory" for all Delhi-based schools.

Point 7: The Delhi Metro rail network, ASHA workers and police have also been asked to participate in the campaign against dengue. To raise awareness, Delhi Metro has begun making announcements at its stations.

Point 8: In the event of a fever, the government has also encouraged people not to self-medicate or to purchase over-the-counter medications. "Aspirin, disprin, ibuprofen, which further thin the blood, should not be taken by a dengue patient. A doctor should be consulted in case of fever," the minister cautioned.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.