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West Bengal sees over 500 new dengue cases in past week
✍️ NDTV
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 02:33 PM
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More than 500 fresh dengue infections were reported across West Bengal during the last seven days, health officials said.
West Bengal's health department confirmed that over 500 new dengue cases have been recorded in the state over the past seven days, according to a report by NDTV. The tally reflects fresh infections identified through routine surveillance across multiple districts.
State officials have activated additional monitoring teams and are urging hospitals to be on high alert for dengue symptoms. Public health advisories have been issued, emphasizing the removal of stagnant water and the use of mosquito repellents to curb further spread.
Dengue, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, typically surges during the monsoon and post‑monsoon periods. The recent spike underscores the need for continued community participation in vector‑control measures as the season progresses.
State officials have activated additional monitoring teams and are urging hospitals to be on high alert for dengue symptoms. Public health advisories have been issued, emphasizing the removal of stagnant water and the use of mosquito repellents to curb further spread.
Dengue, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, typically surges during the monsoon and post‑monsoon periods. The recent spike underscores the need for continued community participation in vector‑control measures as the season progresses.