RAWALPINDI: Two dengue cases have been reported in Rawalpindi district at the onset of the dengue season in the twin cities. The anti-dengue campaign officially commenced on June 1 and will run until June 14, focusing on 16 high-risk union councils identified as danger zones for dengue transmission.
Initial Surveillance and Case Data
According to sources from the District Health Authority (DHA), preliminary surveillance indicates a highly controlled environment. Out of 1,463 individuals screened for dengue, only two confirmed cases were reported, alongside 50 non-dengue cases. The number of suspected cases currently under assessment stands at 1,411.
Extensive Vector Monitoring Operations
The DHA has intensified vector monitoring operations to track and eliminate potential dengue breeding grounds. During massive internal surveillance covering 2,417,162 houses across the district, 30,142 houses were found to be contaminated, leading to the destruction of 52,225 positive larval containers. In external inspections, dedicated teams scanned 826,200 outdoor locations, identifying 5,226 dengue-positive locations and destroying 15,670 larval containers.
Targeted Dengue Sweep-Up Plan
The targeted dengue sweep-up plan will be executed from June 1 to June 14, with a strong focus on 16 high-risk union councils, including North/South Shakrial, Khana Dak, Chaklala, Morgah, Dhamial, and Girja. The DHA has urged citizens to play their role in ensuring the environment remains unconducive to dengue mosquito growth, thereby effectively controlling the spread of the disease.
