GUJRAT, Oct 20 (APP):Dengue surveillance activities continued across Gujrat district,with larvae detected at five locations during inspections while spraying and other control measures were carried out at all positive sites to prevent the spread of the mosquito-borne disease.
According to an official source,the surveillance campaign was being conducted on the directions of Deputy Commissioner(DC),Noor-ul-Ain Qureshi and under the supervision of Chief Executive Officer(CEO),District Health Authority,Dr.Syed Aitizaz Ahmed.
The source said all sites where dengue larvae were detected had been treated in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
The relevant teams also completed the prescribed case response activities at the affected locations.
The district health authorities are continuing surveillance to identify potential mosquito breeding sites and ensure timely action against dengue larvae.
The campaign aims to minimize the risk of dengue transmission and protect public health through regular monitoring, prompt response and effective vector control measures.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
