The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed that Dengue fever has spread to the Central Region, with a total of 36 cases now reported in both the Eastern and Central Regions.
The outbreak, which initially affected three districts and municipalities in the Eastern Region, has prompted a swift response from health authorities.
A team of experts, including entomologists and epidemiologists, has been deployed to investigate the outbreak and contain its spread.
According to the GHS, only one person has been hospitalized, while the rest are being managed at home and are in stable condition.
To prevent further spread, the GHS is urging the public to take immediate action. These measures include:
- Wearing protective clothing
- Using mosquito repellents
- Covering water containers tightly
- Discarding unused water
- Properly disposing of items that can collect water
- Sleeping in insecticide-treated bed nets
- Reporting to the nearest health facility if symptoms occur
Symptoms of Dengue fever include:
- Sudden high-grade fever
- Severe headache
- Body aches and pains
- Nausea and vomiting
- Rash
By working together, we can stop the spread of Dengue fever! Share this information with your loved ones and take the necessary precautions to stay safe.
Source:kofitutunews.com
