Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Dengue Surveillance Increased in Dakshina Kannada Amidst Rising Cases
Health officials in Dakshina Kannada are stepping up efforts to fight dengue, a disease spread by mosquitoes.
They're doing more checks in areas where people have fevers, especially in places like Belthangady, Puttur, and Sullia.
Health workers will visit homes to look for mosquito breeding spots and help people get rid of them.
Even though most people with dengue get better without medicine, it's important to rest and drink plenty of fluids if you have it.
The health department is working to keep the number of dengue cases down.
Dakshina Kannada health department will increase dengue surveillance due to rising cases.
43 confirmed dengue cases were recorded in Dakshina Kannada this year, with over 10 in May.
Surveys will be conducted at 50 houses near each reported fever case.
Special teams including health staff, medical colleges, and hospitals will be formed.
People should empty water containers weekly to prevent mosquito breeding and cooperate with health staff.
- Who
- Health department officials and residents of Dakshina Kannada.
- What
- Increased surveillance and preventative measures to combat dengue fever.
- When
- May 2025 (cases), Ongoing (Surveillance)
- Where
- Dakshina Kannada district, India.
- Why
- To control the spread of dengue fever.
Potential Risks
Proactive Measures
Treatment Approaches
Potential Risks
Self-medication for dengue may cause complications.
Proactive Measures
Proper rest and liquid food are essential for dengue recovery.
- Dengue Cases (YTD)
- 43
- Dengue Cases (May)
- More than 10
- Surveys near index cases
- 50 houses
- Cases in 2023
- 566
- Cases in 2024
- 534
- Dengue Deaths (2021)
- 1
Sources
Dakshina Kannada reports three COVID-19 cases, all patients discharged after recovery, says DHO
Dakshina Kannada reports 43 dengue cases this year, DHO cautions against self-medication
Hepatitis cases surge in Thrissur: public urged to exercise extreme caution
