Saturday, September 6, 2014

Pakistan: Dengue infects 25 people in Punjab

Dengue virus infects 7 more people in Punjab in 24 hours, EDO Health Sialkot suspended
Dengue fever has infected seven more in Punjab during the last 24 hours, taking the total to 25. Executive District Officer (EDO) Health Sialkot has been suspended over negligence. Number of dengue patients is continuously on the rise in Punjab as seven more Dengue patients were reported yesterday (Friday). Four belonged to Lahore while three cases were reported in Rawalpindi. The cumulative figure has now reached 25.
Punjab Health Department has suspended EDO Health Sialkot Dr Zia-ul-Hassan for negligence. According to the department, recent torrential rains could further aggravate the already worsening situation. Department affirmed that the government is trying its best to control dengue fever but insisted that citizens should play their part as well.

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