{
  "id": 7781387,
  "title": "Dengue Cases Start Rising in Rawalpindi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/dengue-cases-start-rising-in-rawalpindi",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-16T11:49:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/16/dengue-cases-start-rising-in-rawalpindi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rawalpindi has seen the addition of a new dengue case, raising the total count to seven infections during this season. The most recent patient, a resident of Dhama Syedan, was admitted to Holy Family Hospital and placed in the dengue ward. Previously, a case was identified from Asghar Mall Scheme on September 9.\n\nDistrict Health Officer Preventive Dr. Jawad Zahid reported that two dengue cases have been noted in September, while four occurred in July and one in March. Despite this latest addition, he assured that the dengue situation remains under control. Last year, Rawalpindi reported 582 dengue cases, whereas only seven have been confirmed this year. To combat the spread, authorities have stepped up anti-dengue operations, dispatching 1,400 teams for both indoor and outdoor surveillance.\n\nDr. Zahid highlighted that the highest concentration of dengue larvae has been discovered in Misrial Road, Afshan Colony, and Allama Iqbal Colony within Rawalpindi Cantonment. Other areas with substantial larval presence include Naseerabad, Morgah, Dhama Syedan, Pirwadhai, Dhamyal, Hazara Colony, Pindora, Dhoke Mangtal, Dhoke Ratta, and Chak Jalaldin. In the current campaign, dengue larvae have been identified and eliminated at over 145,572 locations in both homes and public spaces. Authorities have also penalized violations of dengue standard operating procedures. A total of 2,543 FIRs were filed, 652 buildings were sealed, and 2,119 challans were issued, amounting to a fine of Rs. 2.568 million.\n\nTo further control the spread of dengue, the number of field workers has been increased. Dr. Zahid emphasized that identifying and destroying additional breeding sites would aid in reducing the risk of the disease. Residents have been instructed to maintain cleanliness in their homes and rooftops, preventing the accumulation of stagnant water to stop mosquito breeding.",
  "summary": "Rawalpindi has reported another dengue case, taking the total number of infections in the garrison city to seven during the … Read More The post Dengue Cases Start Rising in Rawalpindi appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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}