Hyderabad: Telangana health officials on Thursday denied reports of an outbreak of dengue fever in the state. They said there is no need to be concerned about the number of fever cases in the state, and that no one has died from the fever so far.
The health officials held a review meeting on seasonal diseases on Thursday in light of the recent rains in Telangana. The meeting was called at the direction of State Health Minister T. Harish Rao and was attended by health secretary Syed Ali Murtuza Rizvi, as well as officials from the Health Department.
Officials were instructed to make all necessary preparations at hospitals to deal with any situation, and to immediately enter the details of those affected by fever on the portal. Based on this data, district medical and health officers have been advised to take measures by identifying high-risk areas.
Hospitals in areas where more cases of fever are being seen have been instructed to be vigilant, and to start immediate treatment if any symptoms are found in any patient.
Meanwhile, health officials said that there is no truth to the media reports that 10 people have died from dengue in the state’s Mulugu district within a week.
The officials said that the state is well-prepared to deal with any outbreak of dengue fever, and that they are taking all necessary measures to prevent the spread of the disease.
They urged the public to not panic and to seek medical attention immediately if they experience any symptoms of dengue fever.
Symptoms of dengue fever
The symptoms of dengue fever include:
- High fever
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Joint pain
- Fatigue
- Rash
Prevention of dengue fever
Dengue fever can be prevented by:
- Eliminating breeding grounds for mosquitoes
- Using mosquito repellents
- Wearing long sleeves and pants
- Sleeping under a mosquito net
Health officials’ advice
Health officials have advised the public to:
- Stay hydrated
- Eat nutritious food
- Get enough rest
- Avoid contact with mosquitoes
What to do if you think you have dengue fever
If you think you have dengue fever, you should see a doctor immediately.
