140 new dengue cases reported in Punjab

LAHORE : The Punjab Health Department reported 140 new dengue cases across the province on Saturday.

According to the latest figures, 127 cases have been reported in Rawalpindi, four in Lahore, four in Chakwal, one case each in Bhakkar, Multan, Lodhran, Sheikhupura and Faisalabad.

Over the past week, Punjab has identified 808 new cases, raising the total for 2,024 to 4,925. In response, the health department has reassured the public that all necessary resources, including adequate medicine supplies, are available across public hospitals.

Health officials have issued an advisory emphasizing the importance of maintaining clean and dry environments to limit the spread of the virus. The public has been urged to cooperate with health teams actively working in affected areas.