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KUCHING, Feb. 16 – The Sarawak State Department of Health has confirmed a dengue epidemic around Sekama, covering two localities, Jalan Sekama and Jalan Sekama Utara, where the outbreaks were reported on January 23 and 23 respectively. February 11th.
Dr. Jamilah Hashim, director of health in Sarawak, confirmed until February 14, 12 cases of dengue fever had been reported to Jalan Sekama and three other cases to Jalan Sekama Utara.
To prevent the spread of the outbreak, she urged all residents and property owners in both localities to conduct environmental clean-up activities and to check and destroy Aedes mosquito breeding sites in their premises every week.
The Sarawak Health Department would like to remind the public that fighting dengue fever is a shared responsibility that requires the involvement and cooperation of various organizations and communities, "she said.
In fact, she said, individuals or property owners should also ensure that the environment is always clean and does not become a breeding ground for Aedes mosquitoes.
She added that homeowners should also spray insecticides (sprays) inside their homes to kill adult mosquitoes and, if you have a fever, immediately see a doctor and treatment at a nearby clinic. .
"Any delay can be fatal and preventive measures against dengue should always be taken according to the guidelines recommended by the Malaysian Ministry of Health by visiting the following website: www.myhealth.gov.my or www.infosihat.gov.my," she says.
She said the Sarawak health department was engaged and cooperating with all agencies to control and respond to any dengue epidemic for the well-being of the people of Sarawak. – Bernama
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