Director General of Health Dr. Ayesha Isani and District Health Officer Islamabad Dr. Syeda Rashida Batool visited UC Bara Kahu to assess the progress of the ongoing dengue prevention campaign. The visit focused on evaluating field operations aimed at controlling the spread of dengue in the community.
During their inspection, Dr. Isani and Dr. Batool reviewed a range of activities, including house-to-house surveillance, indoor and outdoor spraying, larva detection, fogging efforts, and educational sessions in schools and neighborhoods. Over a period of two days, health teams inspected more than 1,800 households in UC Bara Kahu, reflecting a strong and coordinated response to the threat of dengue.
Dr. Isani expressed her appreciation for the dedication and hard work of the field teams and the District Health Office. She highlighted their ongoing commitment to dengue prevention and commended their efforts in keeping the community safe.
The District Health Office Islamabad continues to implement effective monitoring, prompt response measures, and public awareness campaigns throughout the city to further reduce the risk of dengue outbreaks.
Authorities are urging residents to take preventive steps, such as regularly cleaning water containers, tanks, pots, coolers, and fridge trays. The public is also advised to wear full-sleeved clothing, use mosquito repellents and sprays, sleep under mosquito nets, and install screens on windows and doors to guard against mosquito bites. Health officials emphasize that community vigilance and cooperation are vital for successful dengue prevention.
