Jammu & Kashmir
Rising Dengue Cases in Jammu & Kashmir
- 24 Sep 2024
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The number of dengue cases has risen in Jammu & Kashmir and is currently experiencing a concerning increase in dengue cases, with officials confirming 934 cases so far this year.
Key Points
- Dengue is a mosquito-borne tropical disease caused by the dengue virus (Genus Flavivirus), transmitted by several species of female mosquito within the genus Aedes, principally Aedes aegypti.
- The region has reported a steady rise in infections over the past week, with daily counts fluctuating between 19 to 83 cases.
- This upsurge in dengue cases comes as health authorities ramp up their efforts to manage the outbreak and educate the public on preventive measures.
- Common symptoms of dengue include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Pain behind the eyes
- Muscle, joint, or bone pain
- Rash
- Nausea and vomiting
- Preventive Measures:
- Officials are urging people to take preventive steps to stop the spread of the disease because no dengue vaccine is available till now.
- The Authority emphasized the importance of eliminating mosquito breeding sites, particularly stagnant water, and advised individuals to take personal precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
- Using mosquito repellents and wearing long-sleeved clothing.
- Using mosquito nets during daytime sleep and treating them with insect repellents.
- Staying vigilant and monitoring for symptoms
