Manipur: Over 100 tests positive for dengue
Six students in Manipur were confirmed suffering from dengue after a series of tests was conducted on them.
This was informed by Dr K Rajo, director of Manipur health and family welfare department.
The Manipur Health Services Authority issued a dengue alert on Friday after over 100 patients including six students of Sainik School in Imphal tested positive for dengue.
It was also reported that over 100 patients from across Manipur tested positive for dengue.
Dr Rajo also emphasised how dengue spreads when a mosquito bites an infected human.
“While there is no specific antiviral treatment for dengue, supportive care is used to help with symptoms,” he said.
He advised people to avoid mosquito bites as far as possible, especially at times of high mosquito activity like dawn and dusk.
Dr Rajo also urged the people to use a mosquito net or other means to avoid mosquito bites while sleeping.
