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Health Minister urges use of mosquito nets and full-sleeved clothing to prevent dengue

The Health Minister has advised the public to use mosquito nets and wear full-sleeved clothing to combat the spread of dengue.

The Business Standard ยท 15 July 2026, 9:05 PM

To address the dengue situation, the Health Minister has recommended the use of mosquito nets and wearing full-sleeved garments. As part of the broader preparedness strategy, authorities have also implemented measures including free NS1 testing and the reservation of hospital beds for patients.