THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The spread of dengue fever in the state is likely to intensify in July. Minister Veena George while addressing the media said that cases are increasing in a similar manner to 2017 and hospitals will be prepared accordingly.

Dry days will be observed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the coming weeks to prevent the spread of disease. It is implemented with the help of local and education departments. Observe a dry day in schools on Friday, office on Saturday and homes on Sunday.

A monitoring cell will be initiated to coordinate the activities. Support of private hospitals will be ensured. A meeting will be held with IMA and IAP today. Medicines, test kits and safety equipment will be ensured along with increased testing. The minister also stated that had given instructions to make appointments to the vacant posts.

Care is important

• People in hospitals should use mosquito nets
• Rat fever prevention doxycycline pill is given through hospitals
• Those coming in contact with sludge and sewage should take doxycycline
• Elderly, pregnant women and those with other serious illnesses should wear masks
• Do not sent children with fever to school. Do not treat at home.

In 2017
Dengue victims- 21993
Deaths-165

2023
Dengue victims-2697
Deaths-7