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Dengue larvae found in several Patiala hospitals, health officials alert public
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patiala
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 06:16 PM
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Health authorities in Patiala have discovered dengue mosquito larvae in multiple hospital premises, prompting immediate vector‑control measures.
Patiala health officials reported the detection of dengue mosquito larvae in water‑holding containers across several city hospitals. The findings were made during routine inspections aimed at preventing vector‑borne diseases during the monsoon season.
The department has ordered immediate larvicidal treatment of all affected sites and is conducting a thorough survey of other public and private health facilities in the district. Officials emphasized that the presence of larvae indicates potential breeding grounds that could exacerbate the ongoing dengue threat.
Residents are being urged to eliminate stagnant water around homes and to cooperate with health workers during inspection drives. The district medical officer reiterated that early detection and prompt vector control are critical to curbing a possible rise in dengue cases.
The health department will release further updates as the cleanup and monitoring operations progress, and it has advised anyone experiencing fever, joint pain, or rash to seek medical attention promptly.
The department has ordered immediate larvicidal treatment of all affected sites and is conducting a thorough survey of other public and private health facilities in the district. Officials emphasized that the presence of larvae indicates potential breeding grounds that could exacerbate the ongoing dengue threat.
Residents are being urged to eliminate stagnant water around homes and to cooperate with health workers during inspection drives. The district medical officer reiterated that early detection and prompt vector control are critical to curbing a possible rise in dengue cases.
The health department will release further updates as the cleanup and monitoring operations progress, and it has advised anyone experiencing fever, joint pain, or rash to seek medical attention promptly.