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Health / Mon, 24 Jun 2024 The Times of India

Dengue: BBMP chief tests positive for dengue

We also published the following articles recentlyDengue surge in Nashik: 37 new cases reported in just eight daysNashik city sees a significant rise in dengue cases, with 37 new cases reported in the last eight days. Doctors fear dengue surge in Telangana, hint at epidemic threatSevere dengue season predicted mirroring 2019 pattern with over 600 cases recorded. 47 suspected dengue cases in Canacona, officials fear moreCanacona community health centre in Goa reports 47 suspected dengue cases in Paloem. Bengaluru: BBMP chief commissioner Tushar Giri Nath has tested positive for dengue and is currently resting at home.Syed Sirajuddin Madani, chief health officer (public health) at BBMP, said Nath was feeling tired and feverish over the past week. However, when he continued to feel unwell, we decided to test him for dengue,” Madani said.

We also published the following articles recently

Dengue surge in Nashik: 37 new cases reported in just eight days

Nashik city sees a significant rise in dengue cases, with 37 new cases reported in the last eight days.

Doctors fear dengue surge in Telangana, hint at epidemic threat

Severe dengue season predicted mirroring 2019 pattern with over 600 cases recorded. Surge every 4-5 years. Different dengue virus strains weaken immune system leading to severe infections. Immunity loss due to fewer infections highlighted by health professionals.

47 suspected dengue cases in Canacona, officials fear more

Canacona community health centre in Goa reports 47 suspected dengue cases in Paloem. Efforts include door-to-door awareness campaigns on mosquito breeding prevention during monsoon to control the spread. Dengue cases also reported in migrant worker at Ziltawadi.

Bengaluru: BBMP chief commissioner Tushar Giri Nath has tested positive for dengue and is currently resting at home.Syed Sirajuddin Madani, chief health officer (public health) at BBMP, said Nath was feeling tired and feverish over the past week. “We initially attributed his symptoms to work and stress. However, when he continued to feel unwell, we decided to test him for dengue,” Madani said. Dengue cases in Bengaluru have surged significantly over the past two months, with 1,036 reported in June alone. tnn

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