Madaripur, July 13 (V7N) – As the monsoon season sets in, Dengue fever has begun to cast a shadow over Madaripur, with rising cases of infections daily. Due to the lack of effective measures to combat Aedes mosquitoes, new patients are flooding the local government hospitals. Both urban and rural areas are witnessing a sharp increase in cases, with nearly half of the infections concentrated in Rajoir Upazila. Local health authorities warn that if immediate and effective actions are not taken, the situation may worsen.

Health officials are urging the municipal and union council staff to take action in controlling the spread. The situation is becoming dire as locals, including 73-year-old Samad Madbar and his son Harun from Charokaikair village, have sought treatment at Shibchar Upazila Health Complex in Madaripur. Both men came in with symptoms like fever, chills, and headaches, and after being tested, were found to have contracted Dengue.

Similar cases are reported daily, with patients arriving at the 250-bed district hospital and Upazila health complexes for testing and treatment. A detailed investigation shows that the spread of Aedes mosquitoes has significantly increased during the monsoon season, in both the cities and villages. Stagnant water in homes and blocked drains have created ideal breeding grounds for the mosquitoes. The mosquitoes transmit the disease from an infected person to others, escalating the problem.

As of now, 200 Dengue cases have been treated at the district's public hospitals. Additionally, private clinics and hospitals are also seeing a steady flow of patients. The highest number of infections, nearly 50%, is reported from Rajoir Upazila. Due to its proximity to Gopalganj and Faridpur districts, the infection is spreading across boundaries, which makes containment more challenging.

Dr. Mohammad Shariful Abedin Komol, the Civil Surgeon of Madaripur, emphasized the urgency of awareness and prevention measures. He stated, "Effective mosquito control, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring that water does not accumulate are crucial steps in preventing further spread." He assured that all district and Upazila hospitals are fully prepared, with sufficient medical supplies and medications available.

Infected individuals, like Shahin Madbar from Rajoir, a day laborer, mentioned, “I’ve had a fever for three days, and after visiting the hospital, I was diagnosed with Dengue.” Similarly, Nur Islam, a fruit vendor, shared, "I had chills and fever that wouldn’t subside, so I visited the district hospital, where Dengue was confirmed."

The health department insists that the public must keep their homes and surroundings clean and be vigilant in preventing water stagnation to reduce the spread of the disease.

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