Dengue Infections Surge Past 13,000 in Bihar
In the past 24 hours, an additional surge in dengue patients has pushed the total number of cases in Bihar beyond 13,000, stated officials ().
According to the health department, 274 positive cases were registered in the last 24 hours in the state. The officer further said that 41 deaths were recorded in the state this year so far, and maximum casualties took place in October.
‘This year, the cumulative dengue cases have reached 13,093. Over the past 24 hours, new cases were reported: 152 in Patna, 14 in Saran, 10 in Aurangabad, eight in Munger, and eight in Vaishali. #dengue #mosquitoborne’
The 41 included 11 in Patna, six in Bhagalpur, three in Samastipur, three in Begusarai and three in Muzaffarpur.
Dengue Fever Symptoms
Dengue is a tropical disease caused by mosquitoes carrying the dengue virus. Symptoms include fever, joint & muscle ache, fatigue, nausea and skin rash.The official said that 249 patients are currently admitted to 12 medical colleges.The health department has formed dedicated wards in the medical colleges and Sadar hospitals of the state to admit patients.
Reference:
- Dengue Alerts - Letter No. - State Health Society, Bihar - (http://statehealthsocietybihar.org/idsp/alerts/LetterNo-9171_dengue_alerts.pdf)
Source: IANS