Health teams from the Ministry of Health and Medical Services have launched a nationwide dengue clean-up campaign aimed at averting a potential outbreak amid ongoing rainy weather across the country. The Ministry has cautioned that the current wet conditions are fostering ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes, which elevates the risk of dengue transmission.
To combat this threat, officials have been dispatched to identify high-risk areas, conducting house-to-house awareness visits and performing larval sampling to locate and eliminate mosquito breeding sites. These proactive measures are vital for public health safety.
The Ministry has praised the robust support from local communities, highlighting residents’ active participation in the effort by collecting and properly disposing of water-holding containers that can harbor mosquito larvae.
Health officials are encouraging the public to take preventive measures by regularly checking their homes and surroundings for standing water in containers, tires, gutters, and drains. Maintaining a clean environment is essential in helping to minimize the spread of dengue.
The Ministry underscores that ongoing collaboration with the community is crucial in safeguarding families and neighborhoods against the dengue threat. By working together, there is great hope for effectively managing and preventing this mosquito-borne illness.