Dehradun: Vector-borne diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and malaria are firmly under control across the district, though an uptick in swine flu (H1N1) cases has prompted health authorities to urge vigilance.
Providing an update on the public health situation, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma stated that hospitals across Dehradun are fully equipped with adequate beds and medical facilities.
Vector-Borne Diseases Under Control
Dengue: Steady at a manageable 4 to 6 new cases daily.
Malaria: Only 2 cases detected so far.
Casualties: Zero deaths reported from dengue or COVID-19.
COVID-19: Out of 53 recorded cases, only 2 remain active.
Surge in Swine Flu (H1N1)
Active Cases: 83 patients are currently undergoing treatment.
Daily Inflow: 20 to 30 new cases are diagnosed every day, including patients arriving from neighboring states.
Fatalities: 2 swine flu deaths have been officially confirmed following a clinical audit.
According to Dr. Sharma, H1N1 is a fast-spreading droplet infection that typically subsides naturally once broader community immunity builds up. The health department continues to monitor the situation closely and advises residents to practice respiratory hygiene and seek medical advice promptly if flu-like symptoms develop.
