Dengue

In the last three weeks, Delhi's weekly dengue cases have doubled, reaching a six-year high with 348 reported cases so far in 2023. In comparison to previous years, the numbers have surged significantly. The health department found that most cases were of the severe Type-2 dengue virus. As a preventive measure, the Delhi government reserved 5% of hospital beds for dengue patients and imposed higher fines for mosquito breeding. Amidst this outbreak, what strategies can be adopted to effectively control and prevent the spread of dengue in Delhi, especially considering the potential impact of heavy rainfall and water accumulation sites?