T.N. records 2,733 cases of dengue in 9 months

The number of tests for diagnosis has increased threefold, says Minister

Tamil Nadu has recorded 2,733 cases of dengue since the start of the year. There is a three-fold rise in the number of tests performed for diagnosis, from 26,000 in 2020 to 76,000, Health Minister Ma. Subramanian said on Thursday.

“It is true that there is an increase in dengue cases. The cases usually increase during the north-east and south-west monsoons. Last year, we had 2,410 cases,” he told reporters at Madras Medical College.

“We are conducting more tests now. There is no need to fear,” he said. “Fogging and spraying activities are being carried out to reduce mosquito-breeding. The Collectors have been told to expedite mosquito-control activities through the Chief Secretary and the Health Secretary before the start of the monsoon. The Health Department is working with the local bodies in dengue- control.”