Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Chennai Fever And Dengue Cases Surge, Doctors Urge Caution
Many people in Chennai and nearby areas have recently become sick with fever.
More than 2,000 people reported fever symptoms in just 10 days.
Tests showed that 140 of these people had dengue.
Other viruses, including flu-like respiratory viruses, are also spreading.
Doctors say people should see a qualified doctor instead of treating themselves.
Families should try to prevent infections from spreading at home.
People can help stop dengue by removing standing water where mosquitoes breed.
Anyone with serious symptoms such as vomiting, bleeding or severe body pain should go to a hospital quickly.
More than 2,000 fever cases were reported in Chennai and its suburbs over the past 10 days.
Dengue was confirmed in 140 recent cases, while 160 cases were diagnosed during August.
Adyar, Anna Nagar and Valasaravakkam reported relatively high numbers of fever cases.
Doctors said Influenza A, Rhinovirus and respiratory syncytial virus are also circulating.
Residents were advised to avoid self-medication, seek medical care and eliminate stagnant water.
- Who
- Residents of Chennai and its suburbs, along with doctors, health authorities and medical teams.
- What
- Fever cases have risen sharply, with dengue confirmed in 140 recent cases and other respiratory viruses also circulating.
- When
- Over the past few weeks; more than 2,000 fever cases were reported during the latest 10-day period, while about 4,500 were recorded in August.
- Where
- Chennai and its suburban areas, including Adyar, Anna Nagar and Valasaravakkam.
- Why
- Doctors are urging caution because viral infections and dengue are spreading, and mosquito breeding can increase dengue transmission.
- Recent fever cases
- More than 2,000 reported in Chennai and its suburbs over 10 days.
- Recent dengue cases
- Dengue was confirmed in 140 cases.
- August fever cases
- Around 4,500 fever cases were recorded during August.
- August dengue cases
- 160 cases were diagnosed as dengue during August.
- Higher-reporting areas
- Adyar, Anna Nagar and Valasaravakkam.
- Other circulating viruses
- Influenza A, Rhinovirus and respiratory syncytial virus.
- Recommended prevention
- Remove stagnant water, cover stored water, clear waste and use mosquito protection.