Officials Prioritize Mosquito Control Measures in Public Spaces and Railway Areas

In a proactive move to combat mosquito-borne diseases, the Directorate of Public Health (DPH) and Preventive Medicine is implementing weekly priority activities to eliminate mosquito breeding sources. The focus during the fourth week of October is on mass source reduction in railway yards, station premises, and quarters, while the first week of November will see the cleaning of overhead tanks in all health unit districts.

These activities are part of a broader effort to remove potential breeding sites like rainwater-holding containers discarded in and around human habitations, such as broken pots, plastics, empty vessels, and unused tires. The second week of November is designated for cleaning and source reduction in public buildings, particularly in Corporation areas, and the third week focuses on removing unwanted materials that could contribute to Aedes mosquito breeding in vacant spaces.

With the increasing number of dengue cases reported across the State, particularly from September to November, officials emphasize the need for intensified preventive measures, including surveillance, source reduction, and healthcare preparedness.

The DPH has called for vigilant monitoring of disease trends, early identification of outbreaks, and vector control, with additional emphasis on the readiness of hospitals and blood banks to handle potential dengue cases and provide necessary diagnostics and drugs. Rapid Response Teams are also on standby for prompt deployment to affected areas, ensuring a comprehensive and well-coordinated approach to mosquito control and disease management.