130 new dengue cases reported across Punjab

LAHORE:The Punjab Health Department confirmed the detection of 130 new dengue cases across the province, here on Friday, signaling growing concerns over the virus spread. 

According to a spokesperson, Rawalpindi remains the hardest hit, reporting 114 cases, while Lahore and Attock registered seven and four cases respectively. Additionally, two cases were detected each in Gujranwala and Jhelum, with a single case reported from Mandi Bahauddin. In the past week alone,789 new cases have emerged, raising the total number of infections in Punjab to 2,247 for the year 2024.

‘The Primary and Secondary healthcare department assured the general public that all necessary measures have been implemented to manage the outbreak. Government hospitals are reportedly fully stocked with medicines and treatments for dengue, a spokesperson added.

The health department has issued an advisory urging the general public to maintain clean and dry surroundings to minimise the spread of the virus. Public cooperation was critical, as health teams work actively across the province to control the situation.