City sees 36 dengue cases this month, year’s tally reaches 60

Gurgaon: Four patients were diagnosed with dengue on Tuesday, taking the city's tally for this month to 36 and total count to 60 this year.
According to the health department, two dengue patients are being treated at hospitals and are stable, while 30 others are recovering at home. All others have recovered. Of the 36 cases this month, 17 are women. All patients are between 7 and 56 years old.
An official from the department told TOI that Wazirabad, Bhangrola, Nakhrola, Badshapur, Bhondsi, Bhorakalan, and Garhi have been identified as dengue hotspots in the city.
Officials said they expect more cases in the coming weeks. "We anticipate a further rise in dengue cases, with a potential decline in Gurgaon by mid-Oct. Currently, warm and humid conditions following rainfall create an ideal environment for breeding of mosquitoes that transmit the disease, leading to an increase in dengue and other mosquito-borne illnesses. We have shared the list of hotspots with MCG for carrying out fogging drives," said Virender Yadav, chief medical officer, Gurgaon.
Last year, the city recorded 276 dengue cases, and one of the patients succumbed to the infection. In 2022, the number of cases reached 440, and the previous year, 327 patients were diagnosed with dengue.
Doctors emphasised the importance of implementing preventive measures to curb the spread of infections. They advise wearing full-sleeved clothing, using mosquito repellents, and eliminating any stagnant water from containers, coolers and other sources.
Common symptoms of dengue include fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, and a distinctive skin rash.
"Although the current strain appears to be mild, we are implementing all necessary measures to ensure that patients receive prompt and effective care. Our team of doctors and medical staff is working tirelessly to manage the increasing number of cases, providing comprehensive treatment and support," said Dr Govind Prakash, head of emergency at Paras Health Hospital.
Other medical professionals cautioned about the prevalence of various other viruses circulating.
"Due to changing weather conditions, we are witnessing a surge in patients suffering from viral illnesses such as fever, viral flu, hepatitis, loose motions and swine flu. It is recommended to avoid outside food, particularly street food, raw vegetables and fruit juices. Instead, consume plenty of water and homemade food," advised Dr Sunil Rana, senior consultant for internal medicine at Asian Hospital.