3-day Dengue eradication program launched
The National Dengue Control Unit of the Ministry of Health has initiated a three-day special mosquito eradication program from today (Oct. 24) onwards.
This action comes in response to the recent increase in dengue cases following the recent rains.
The National Dengue Control Unit announced that this program will be implemented in high-risk areas within the districts of Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, and Puttalam.
Currently, there are 22 identified high-risk Medical Officer of Health (MOH) areas across the country.
The program will prioritize religious sites, schools, government and private institutions, factories, and workplaces.
According to the latest data released by the unit, a total of 40,958 dengue cases have been reported nationwide so far, with the highest number reported from Colombo District.