Dengue Cases on Rise in Mangalore City: MCC Plans to Rope in Expert Doctors For Effective Surveillance

There is rapid spread of dengue cases in many parts of Mangalore City. The Mangalore City Corporation (MCC) has decided to rope in expert doctors, for effective surveillance through the health section of the urban local body and health department. Out of 393 cases reported in Dakshina Kannada district between January and October, 277 were from the MCC limits.

More cases of dengue have been reported in Kankanady, Falnir, Jeppu, Bunder, Valencia, Attavar and other areas. The district recorded 1,539 dengue cases in 2019 and 388 cases in 2022. Since the district continues to receive rain, there are possibilities of an increase in dengue cases.

Involving expert doctors to monitor the situation and take measures to prevent the spread of the disease. The mayor said that a monitoring committee involving doctors, health officials and educational institutions will be formed to take up preventive measures.