The total number of positive dengue cases in Karnataka breached the 10,000-mark on Tuesday, with the state recording 10,449 cases, with 358 active hospitalisations.
The number of dengue deaths remains at eight. At least 4,572 blood samples were tested for dengue across the state on Tuesday, with 487 new positive results, bringing the total testing figures to 78,489 samples.
In seven months, the highest number of cases have been recorded within BBMP limits in Bengaluru (3,770), followed by Chikkamagaluru (621), Mysuru (562), Haveri (508), Dharwad (397) and Chitradurga (350).
According to the health department’s data, statewide dengue positive cases during the same period last year stood at 2,850.
Health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao noted that the numbers were “naturally concerning” but there was no reason for panic.
“We must continue to ensure that we are implementing the measures needed to reduce spread of dengue, continue source reduction, increase awareness, and monitor the implementation of the measures as per the guidelines given to all officials,” he told DH.
Published 17 July 2024, 00:09 IST