SIALKOT:A total of 15 confirmed dengue cases and 2,699 suspected cases have been reported in the city so far this year, a meeting of the District Emergency Response Committee for Dengue Control was informed on Thursday.
According to the briefing, 555 teams are conducting indoor surveillance, while 124 teams are checking outdoor areas to prevent the spread of dengue. So far, they have inspected 193,123 houses and 54,875 outdoor places. Moreover, all 2,802 identified dengue hotspots have been checked.
Officials further informed the meeting that 71 locations had tested positive for dengue this year. Meanwhile, 1,043 of the 1,055 complaints received through the Dengue Virus Response (DVR) portal had been resolved, while 12 were still pending.
The meeting also reviewed surveillance activities, digital monitoring and the availability of chemicals and spray equipment. In addition, Mian Sarmad Hussain directed the relevant departments to work together, continue regular inspections and resolve public complaints promptly to control dengue.
The meeting was chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner Municipal Services Mian Sarmad Hussain at the DC Office. CEO Health Dr Aslam Chaudhry, Dr Shiraz Masood, entomologist Saharish Khalid, Chief Officer District Council Zubair Wattoo and other officials also attended.