Grenada records steady increase in dengue fever cases
The number of dengue fever cases in Grenada has been continuously increasing based on data acquired over the previous three weeks from the Caribbean island.
Grenada's Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr Shawn Charles, says in Epidemiological weeks #18 and #19, there were 20 and 39 reported cases, respectively, while Epidemiological week #20 recorded a total of 79 new cases and two hospitalisations.
“This represents a 100 per cent increase from the previous week, and it points to what can only be described as a steady increase in the outbreak of cases,” he explained.
The CMO added that while there have been intensified public education and vector control measures to assist with the control and prevention of further increases, citizens must also play their part, taking all the necessary preventative measures.
“We are reminding members of the public that the situation is very, very serious, and as such, it is extremely important for them to protect themselves by using approved insect repellants, mosquito nets and wearing long-sleeved clothing, etc.”
Health officials say it is extremely important that people ensure that their surroundings are kept clean and that they destroy existing and potential mosquito breeding sites.
The public is reminded that all persons experiencing dengue-fever-like symptoms, such as joint pain, fever, headaches, intense abdominal pain, and bleeding gums, should seek immediate medical attention and get tested.
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