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A Novel response to spike in Dengue in Delhi

Content Editor: Dr. Himabindu Reddy

August 8, 2023 at 12:30:00 PM

Public health, Outbreak, Vector borne diseases, Intersectoral coordination

Content Editor: Dr. Himabindu Reddy
  • To effectively respond to rising cases of dengue in the capital, healthcare facilities were directed by the government to set aside beds for dengue cases and maintain stock of requisite medications. 

  • 1031 hotline, previously used for COVID, will now be used for Dengue. 

  • Physicians were advised to exercise caution when prescribing medications.

  • The educational sector was requested to ensure that students wore long-sleeved uniforms.  

  • The educational department has also been instructed to assign a dengue awareness assignment to students, in which they will draft a report on their own household’s dengue prevention preparedness.

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