DC calls for timely measures to prevent dengue.

RAWALPINDI -- Deputy Commissioner Capt (retd) Anwar ul Haq has said that prevailing weather was suitable for breeding of dengue larvae and there is need to combat it on emergency basis.

Chairing a meeting to review anti-dengue activities here at his office Wednesday, he said that as the lockdown has been eased across the country to meet the public need , the efforts to control dengue should be vigorously continued in all areas to intercept virus besides dealing with COVID-19 outbreak.

The DC asked health professionals to expedite indoor and outdoor surveillance from where dengue patients were reported last year.

Anwar directed the officials to remain vigilant and conduct visits on...