Delhi saw 90 pc hike in breeding of vector-borne diseases in homes in 2023: MCD report
9 months, 1 week ago

Delhi saw 90 pc hike in breeding of vector-borne diseases in homes in 2023: MCD report

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, The breeding of vector-borne diseases like dengue, malaria and chikungunya spiked by nearly 90 per cent in Delhi during the monsoon season last year as compared to 2022, revealed an MCD report. An MCD report said that Delhi saw 90 pc hike in breeding of vector-borne diseases in homes in 2023 According to the report, which also outlines the action plan of the corporation for the prevention and control of vector-borne disease for the forthcoming monsoon season, there has been a spike in the number of such breedings found during home inspections in the last four years since 2020. The report also shows, the number of legal notices issued by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to owners of households where the breeding of vector-borne diseases was found also increased to 1,72,481 in 2023 from 1,22,282 in 2022 a 41 per cent jump in a year. Furthermore, the MCD conducted 41,476,581 house inspections in 2023 to look out for the breeding of vector-borne diseases in the city which was ramped up by nearly 15 per cent than the previous year.

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Rising temperatures increases dengue cases, says study
2 months ago

Rising temperatures increases dengue cases, says study

New Indian Express  

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Pune recorded highest-ever caseload of vector-borne diseases in 2024
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Hindustan Times  

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Delhi records three more dengue deaths, count rises to eight this year
3 months, 1 week ago

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India TV News  

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Delhi’s Dengue cases drop to 5,700, but Malaria and Chikungunya surge by 99% from 2023
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Live Mint  

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Delhi’s dengue tally hits 5,701, malaria cases highest in 5 yrs
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi’s dengue tally hits 5,701, malaria cases highest in 5 yrs

Hindustan Times  

Delhi has recorded 319 dengue cases in the past week, taking the total count for the year to 5,701, according to a Municipal Corporation of Delhi report on vector-borne diseases released on November 30. The report also highlighted 766 malaria cases and 226 chikungunya cases this year till November 30—both the highest figures recorded in at least the last five …

Delhi sees 472 more dengue cases, total count at 4,533
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi sees 472 more dengue cases, total count at 4,533

Hindustan Times  

As many as 472 dengue cases were recorded in the city over the last week, taking the overall count this year between January 1 and November 9 to 4,533, according to the weekly report of Municipal Corporation of Delhi. Delhi had recorded 9,266 dengue cases and 19 deaths overall in 2023, making it the third worst dengue outbreak in the …

Delhi witnessed record uptick of Malaria, Chikunguniya cases in past 5 years, says MCD report
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi witnessed record uptick of Malaria, Chikunguniya cases in past 5 years, says MCD report

Hindustan Times  

The national capital has registered a record high number of Malaria and Chikunguniya cases in the past five years, PTI quoted official data on Monday. In 2020, the city recorded 228 malaria cases, 167 cases in 2021, 263 cases in 2022 and 426 cases last year, the PTI report added. As of November 9, there have been 728 malaria cases …

Delhi witnesses surge in Dengue cases: 472 cases in last week, 3 deaths this year so far
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi witnesses surge in Dengue cases: 472 cases in last week, 3 deaths this year so far

India TV News  

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MCD report: Dengue cases cross 4,000-mark for 2024
4 months, 2 weeks ago

MCD report: Dengue cases cross 4,000-mark for 2024

Hindustan Times  

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi on Wednesday confirmed that the overall count for the number of dengue infections in the city has crossed the 4,000-mark in 2024, with 467 new cases reported in the weekly cycle ending on November 2. Of the 4,061 dengue cases in this year, 2,431 cases were reported in October alone According to the weekly vector …

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Hindustan Times  

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Lucknow reports surge in dengue, malaria cases: 61 and 4 new cases reported
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lucknow reports surge in dengue, malaria cases: 61 and 4 new cases reported

Hindustan Times  

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6 months ago

Dengue, malaria cases on the rise in Delhi, people resort to private fumigation

The Hindu  

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Hindustan Times  

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Dengue cases dropped by 94 per cent this year, says NDMC

New Indian Express  

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Dengue cases gradually increasing in Tamil Nadu, say health officials

The Hindu  

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No respite from spike in dengue cases in Ernakulam
6 months, 3 weeks ago

No respite from spike in dengue cases in Ernakulam

The Hindu  

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New Indian Express  

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Karnataka’s 2024 dengue tally crosses last year’s caseload
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The Hindu  

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New Indian Express  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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235 notices sent to educational institutes over mosquito breeding: MCD
8 months ago

235 notices sent to educational institutes over mosquito breeding: MCD

Hindustan Times  

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Why dengue cases are on the rise | Explained

The Hindu  

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

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New Indian Express  

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Live Mint  

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

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New Indian Express  

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Live Mint  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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Delhi Mayor assures reduction in dengue cases in 15 days
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Live Mint  

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1 in 4 Families Report Dengue, Malaria; 73% Say Local Body Not Taking Any Measures: Survey - News18
1 year, 5 months ago

1 in 4 Families Report Dengue, Malaria; 73% Say Local Body Not Taking Any Measures: Survey - News18

News 18  

More and more states have been reporting cases of dengue and chikungunya this year, with West Bengal in the lead. A LocalCircles survey showed 73% respondents indicated no anti-mosquito fogging has been done in their area during the last 45 days despite rise in the case in Delhi and Mumbai. When asked if any of their family members had fallen …

‘BMC Not Concerned About Health of Mumbaikars’: City Sees Highest Number of Fever & Dengue Cases
1 year, 5 months ago

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News 18  

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Tamil Nadu: Special ward for rising dengue cases at Madurai Government Hospital
1 year, 5 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Special ward for rising dengue cases at Madurai Government Hospital

India TV News  

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1 year, 5 months ago

Bangladesh: Over 1,000 dead in massive dengue outbreak

Firstpost  

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Bihar reports 6,146 dengue cases in September, highest in last five years
1 year, 5 months ago

Bihar reports 6,146 dengue cases in September, highest in last five years

The Hindu  

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Dengue cases on the rise again in State
1 year, 6 months ago

Dengue cases on the rise again in State

The Hindu  

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Dengue cases surge in Delhi NCR, prevention tips to follow
1 year, 6 months ago

Dengue cases surge in Delhi NCR, prevention tips to follow

India TV News  

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No drop in dengue cases in Ernakulam
1 year, 6 months ago

No drop in dengue cases in Ernakulam

The Hindu  

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Vector control in full swing following dengue surge this season
1 year, 6 months ago

Vector control in full swing following dengue surge this season

The Hindu  

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Spike in monsoon-related illnesses in Vijayawada
1 year, 6 months ago

Spike in monsoon-related illnesses in Vijayawada

The Hindu  

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Delhi govt to launch vector campaign after G20 Summit conclusion as dengue cases rise
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi govt to launch vector campaign after G20 Summit conclusion as dengue cases rise

India TV News  

As the national capital reported the highest number of dengue cases in the last six years, the Delhi government in planning to launch a public awareness campaign after the conclusion of the G20 Summit which begins in the city tomorrow. The national capital has reported 243 dengue cases till July 28 this year, according to Municipal Corporation of Delhi data. …

Dengue havoc continues in Haridwar; number of patients reaches 103
1 year, 6 months ago

Dengue havoc continues in Haridwar; number of patients reaches 103

The Hindu  

Following incessant rainfall that led to floods and landslides, dengue has spread massively in Haridwar, where the number of dengue patients currently stands at 103. While there is panic in the district due to the sudden sting of dengue, there are long queues of patients in government- and private hospitals, with the worst conditions at Kankhal, Ruhalki and Roorkee. Haridwar …

Four fresh dengue cases pushes Ludhiana’s count to 97
1 year, 6 months ago

Four fresh dengue cases pushes Ludhiana’s count to 97

Hindustan Times  

With the dengue cases nearing the 100-mark in the district, the health department urged the public to take preventive measures seriously, highlighting the importance of eliminating potential mosquito breeding grounds. The urban counterparts have six active cases distributed across prominent locales including Bharat Nagar Chowk, Palm Apartment on Pakhowal road, New Shimla Puri, Daba road, Shimlapuri, Adarsh Nagar and Gopal …

Delhi civic body takes steps to prevent dengue, malaria ahead of G20 Summit
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi civic body takes steps to prevent dengue, malaria ahead of G20 Summit

India Today  

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi is taking measures to prevent cases of dengue, malaria, chikungunya and other vector-borne diseases. STEPS TAKEN Over 3000 Domestic Breeding Checkers and 2000 field workers are working towards mosquito breeding detection and its destruction. The civic body conducted special drives to cover vulnerable areas like construction sites, parks, nurseries and institutions like hospitals, schools and …

36% of all mosquito breeding happens in desert coolers: MCD
1 year, 7 months ago

36% of all mosquito breeding happens in desert coolers: MCD

Hindustan Times  

Amid the current spike in dengue cases across the Capital, an analysis by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has revealed that more than a third of mosquito breeding sites in the city were found at desert coolers. An MCD official said 3,000 domestic breeding checkers and 2,000 field workers are undertaking a special drive for the detection of breeding sites. …

Dengue cases in Delhi spike amid rain, floods, MCD strike
1 year, 7 months ago

Dengue cases in Delhi spike amid rain, floods, MCD strike

Hindustan Times  

Delhi has reported 105 new dengue cases in the last one week taking the tally of the cases reported till August 5 this year to 348 cases, the weekly mosquito borne disease report released by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi shows. An MCD spokesperson said the spike in cases can be largely attributed to heavy waterlogging observed in July as …

Delhi: Dengue cases on rise to 105 last week, total 348 cases reported so far
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi: Dengue cases on rise to 105 last week, total 348 cases reported so far

India TV News  

Dengue cases keep on rising in the national capital, with Delhi witnessing 105 new cases throughout the last week, as the mosquito-borne disease report given by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi on Monday stated. With the addition of 105 new cases, the total count of dengue cases revealed up until this point this year remains at 348. In 2021, Delhi …

Dengue fear grips India as receding flood water may act as a catalyst
1 year, 7 months ago

Dengue fear grips India as receding flood water may act as a catalyst

India Today  

Parts of Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Assam were ravaged by floods this year. Surging dengue cases spurred protests in West Bengal Dengue cases in Delhi at five-year high Karnataka reported over 4,500 cases between January and July 2023 Dengue larvae were found in over 1,000 houses in Haryana’s Karnal district “When an area becomes flooded, the populations …

Dengue cases in Delhi rise to 56 last week, total 243 cases reported this year
1 year, 7 months ago

Dengue cases in Delhi rise to 56 last week, total 243 cases reported this year

Hindustan Times  

The weekly count of dengue cases in the national Capital has doubled over the last week with Delhi reporting 56 new dengue cases ever since, the mosquito borne disease report issued by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi on Monday said. The overall count of dengue cases reported till July 28 now stands at 243 cases. With the addition of 56 …

Dengue cases spike in Delhi, 121 infections reported in July alone
1 year, 7 months ago

Dengue cases spike in Delhi, 121 infections reported in July alone

India Today  

Dengue cases in Delhi have witnessed a steep rise, with 121 infections reported in the month of July alone. From January to July 28, Delhi registered a total of 243 dengue cases, with half of these cases reported in July. In addition to dengue, the city has However, chikungunya cases have not been reported in Delhi for the third consecutive …

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