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Dengue on the rise islandwide
17 hours ago 43
8,139 suspected cases so far; spike in Colombo
Special NDCU teams deployed to high-risk areas
By Yumiko Perera
A total of 8,139 suspected cases of dengue have been reported across the island over the course of this year, and there has been a spike in cases in the Colombo District, The Sunday Morning learnt.
Speaking with The Sunday Morning, National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) Director and specialist Dr. Aruna Jayasekara said that most recently, 305 confirmed dengue cases were reported and that 88 of these were from Colombo.
Noting that there seems to be an increase in dengue cases in the Colombo District, Dr. Jayasekara requested the public to remain vigilant and to take necessary precautions that would aid in curbing the spread...
Dengue on the rise islandwide
17 hours ago 43
8,139 suspected cases so far; spike in Colombo
Special NDCU teams deployed to high-risk areas
By Yumiko Perera
A total of 8,139 suspected cases of dengue have been reported across the island over the course of this year, and there has been a spike in cases in the Colombo District, The Sunday Morning learnt.
Speaking with The Sunday Morning, National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) Director and specialist Dr. Aruna Jayasekara said that most recently, 305 confirmed dengue cases were reported and that 88 of these were from Colombo.
Noting that there seems to be an increase in dengue cases in the Colombo District, Dr. Jayasekara requested the public to remain vigilant and to take necessary precautions that would aid in curbing the spread...
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