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Health
Arunachal Pradesh Issues Dengue Advisory as Fever Cases Surge
✍️ assamtribune.com
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 03:02 PM
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The state health department of Arunachal Pradesh has issued a dengue advisory following a noticeable rise in short‑term fever cases across the region.
The health department of Arunachal Pradesh announced a dengue advisory after observing an increase in patients reporting short‑term fever symptoms. Officials indicated that the pattern of cases aligns with typical dengue transmission periods, prompting heightened vigilance.
Authorities have urged residents to eliminate standing water around homes, use mosquito repellents, and wear protective clothing, especially during early mornings and evenings when mosquito activity peaks. The advisory also advises anyone experiencing high fever, severe headache, joint pain, or rash to seek immediate medical attention.
Local health centers have been instructed to intensify surveillance, conduct rapid diagnostic tests where feasible, and report suspected dengue cases promptly to state officials. The department plans to coordinate with district administrations for vector‑control operations, including fogging in high‑risk areas.
The advisory serves as a preventive measure aimed at curbing a potential outbreak, emphasizing community participation alongside medical response to protect public health.
Authorities have urged residents to eliminate standing water around homes, use mosquito repellents, and wear protective clothing, especially during early mornings and evenings when mosquito activity peaks. The advisory also advises anyone experiencing high fever, severe headache, joint pain, or rash to seek immediate medical attention.
Local health centers have been instructed to intensify surveillance, conduct rapid diagnostic tests where feasible, and report suspected dengue cases promptly to state officials. The department plans to coordinate with district administrations for vector‑control operations, including fogging in high‑risk areas.
The advisory serves as a preventive measure aimed at curbing a potential outbreak, emphasizing community participation alongside medical response to protect public health.