Dengue Outbreak Strikes Rawalpindi: Urgent Measures Needed to Control Spread
Dengue fever has resurfaced in Rawalpindi, with a sudden surge of 74 new cases in just the last four days, bringing the total count to a concerning 270 cases as of this Sunday. The situation is putting immense pressure on local hospitals, as they scramble to care for the growing number of patients.
Hospitals Under Pressure:
Rawalpindi’s hospitals are under significant strain, currently attending to 80 patients, 50 of whom have been confirmed as dengue cases. One individual is in critical condition, although there have been no reports of fatalities at this time.
Epidemic Concentrated in Specific Areas:
What’s particularly alarming is that the majority of these cases, a staggering 240, are concentrated in specific areas including Potohar Town, Chaklala Cantonment Board (CCB), Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB), and Municipal Corporation Rawalpindi. Only 20 cases have been reported from other regions such as Murree, Taxila, Kallar Syedan, Gujar Khan, Kahuta, and Kotli Sattian.
- Potohar Town leads with 86 confirmed cases.
- CCB closely follows with 75 cases.
- Municipal Corporation Rawalpindi reports 55 cases.
- RCB has recorded 17 cases.
- Hard-hit areas include Dhoke Munshee (44 cases), Gukistan Colony (37 cases), areas along Adyala Road (approximately 40 cases), and Chamanzar Colony (nearly 20 cases).
Health Experts Raise Alarm:
Health experts are sounding the alarm and urging residents to be vigilant and take preventive measures to curb the spread of this dangerous disease. With more cases concentrated in specific areas, there’s a higher risk of dengue fever spreading rapidly. Immediate action is crucial to combat this growing health crisis.
Call to Action:
If you reside in one of the severely affected areas, exercise extreme caution and follow recommended preventive measures. The collective effort of the community is essential to contain this outbreak. By staying vigilant and acting swiftly, we can make a significant difference in overcoming this challenge together. It’s time to unite and protect our community from the dengue threat.
