Delhi-NCR Health News LIVE: Dengue Outbreak Hits National Capital, 62 New Cases Logged In 7 Days - Check Latest Updates
Delhi-NCR Dengue Outbreak LIVE Updates: Union Health Minister J P Nadda chaired a high-level review meeting on Dengue preparedness in Delhi and the National Capital Region. Stay tuned for all the live updates.
Delhi-NCR Dengue News: After battling the deadly COVID-19 infection for over 4-5 years, India is currently in the grip of another deadly virus - DENV, also known as dengue virus. In the latest data, MCD has revealed that the national capital has reported 62 dengue cases last week, down from 87 the previous week. Even though the count is lower than the previous week, experts say that with monsoon rains taking their turn this year, it is expected that Delhi-NCR will see more cases in the upcoming days.
The city also logged 33 malaria cases and four of chikungunya. The Delhi Cantonment zone recorded the highest number of dengue cases at 11, followed by Karol Bagh, Najafgarh and Shahdara North zones with five each. Only one case each was reported in the New Delhi Municipal Council and Railway zones. Overall, the city has recorded 120 dengue cases, 62 malaria cases and nine chikungunya cases in September so far, the MCD said.
Taking cognizance of the situation, Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday chaired a review meeting with Delhi officials to assess dengue preparedness in the National Capital Region amid rising cases of vector-borne illnesses this monsoon, according to people familiar with the matter. Stay tuned with us for all the latest updates on Dengue from Delhi-NCR and other nearby regions.
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Delhi-NCR Dengue Scare: Is National Capital Safe? Health Ministry Answers
Delhi-NCR Dengue Live Updates: “JP Nadda held a meeting with Delhi and neighbouring states. For Delhi, I want to reassure the people that there is no such issue at the moment… Dengue is under control,” Pankaj Kumar Singh told reporters after the meeting.
“If dengue increases, then the Delhi government is fully prepared for it… The municipality is conducting fogging, and the Delhi government is taking all the necessary steps,” he said.
Delhi-NCR Dengue LIVE Updates: How To Protect Yourself From Catching Dengue? Follow These Tips
As the national capital battles a severe dengue outbreak, here are some of the important safety tips that you need to follow to stay safe:
- Use mosquito repellents to stay safe.
- Do not let water stay stagnant inside your home.
- Wear full sleeves clothes while stepping out.
- Use a mosquito net while sleeping at night.
Most importantly, track the signs and symptoms of the dengue virus infection. Do not ignore persistent fever and cough.
Delhi-NCR Health News Live Updates: Warning Signs of Dengue Virus You Should Never Ignore
Delhi-NCR Dengue Outbreak LIVE Updates: When ignored, severe dengue infection can trigger serious health issues that may often lead to hospitalisation. In order to stay safe, one should be well aware of the signs and symptoms that this virus can cause. Here is a complete list one should know:
High fever (often 104°F / 40°C)
Severe headache (especially behind the eyes)
Muscle and joint pain (often called “breakbone fever”)
Pain behind the eyes
Nausea and vomitinSkin rash (may appear 2–5 days after fever starts)
Swollen glands
Extreme fatigue and weakness
Severe Dengue Symptoms (Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever or Dengue Shock Syndrome)
Severe abdominal pain
Persistent vomitinBleeding gums or nosebleeds
Blood in urine, stool, or vomit
Difficulty breathing / rapid breathinRestlessness or irritability
Cold, clammy skin
Sudden drop in blood pressure (shock)
