Punjab: Students from Class 8 to 12 to inspect homes near their schools every Friday for Dengue Prevention
1 year ago

Punjab: Students from Class 8 to 12 to inspect homes near their schools every Friday for Dengue Prevention

India TV News  

The Punjab State Government has initiated a proactive step to combat dengue within the state. In response to the increased risk of dengue following floods, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has introduced an anti-dengue campaign titled 'Har Shukravar Dengue te Vaar.' Students from Classes 8 to 12 will perform dengue awareness activities The Mid-Day Meal Society of Punjab has issued guidelines for school students regarding the prevention of dengue. Starting from December 1, students from classes 8 to 12 will be required to inspect houses near their schools every Friday as part of the anti-dengue campaign. The students will conduct door-to-door checks for breeding sites and raise awareness about dengue from 9 am to 10 am.

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Initiate strict measures to check spread of dengue, MA&UD principal secretary directs officials

Deccan Chronicle  

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

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The Hindu  

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5 months, 1 week ago

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New Indian Express  

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

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New Indian Express  

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In Tamil Nadu, DPH urges health officials to diligently follow guidelines to prevent spread of dengue
7 months, 1 week ago

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The Hindu  

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Delhi govt directs schools to create awareness about vector-borne diseases: Circular directives
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi govt directs schools to create awareness about vector-borne diseases: Circular directives

India Today  

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Govt Asks States to Stress on Acceleration of Prevention Activities for Vector Diseases Like Dengue
3 years, 3 months ago

Govt Asks States to Stress on Acceleration of Prevention Activities for Vector Diseases Like Dengue

News 18  

The Centre has written to states and UTs emphasising on acceleration of prevention and control activities for vector borne diseases such as dengue, without cutting any corners for safety from Covid-19. In a letter to chief secretaries and administrators of all states and UTs, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said entomological surveillance, source reduction activities and prompt vector control measures …

Amid dengue surge, Centre directs states to focus on preventative measures
3 years, 3 months ago

Amid dengue surge, Centre directs states to focus on preventative measures

India Today  

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4 years, 2 months ago

10 Hafte 10 Baje 10 Minute anti-dengue campaign garners support from celebrities

India TV News  

The eighth week of the 10 Hafte 10 Baje 10 Minute anti-dengue campaign will garner support from celebrities such as Shankar Mahadevan, who will be encouraging the citizens of Delhi to religiously follow the Dengue prevention guidelines such as inspecting their residences for signs of stagnant water, draining the accumulated water or adding a layer of oil/petrol to it to …

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