Amid week-long rain forecast in Telangana, Health department warns of rise in dengue, viral infections
The Telangana Health Department has issued a public advisory warning of a potential rise in seasonal diseases like dengue and malaria due to heavy rainfall. Residents are encouraged to take preventative measures and utilize government health facilities if flu-like symptoms develop.
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Proactive public health communication is essential for managing disease outbreaks during monsoon seasons in high-density regions.
The Telangana Health department has issued a general health advisory to citizens in view of the week-long rainfall forecast for the State, warning of a possible rise in seasonal illnesses.
In the advisory issued on Sunday, the Director of Public Health and Family Welfare said IMD Hyderabad had forecast light to moderate rainfall across Telangana over the next seven days, with heavy rainfall alerts for several districts during the next three days. “Such weather conditions are expected to bring lower temperatures and higher humidity, which could trigger an increase in seasonal diseases,” it said.
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