Guwahati, August 26, 2024: Assam has reported nearly 1,100 cases of Japanese Encephalitis (JE), malaria, and dengue during June and July this year, resulting in 32 deaths, according to the Health and Family Welfare Department.
- Japanese Encephalitis (JE): The state recorded 424 cases, with 48 in June and 376 in July. JE claimed 29 lives, including one in June and 28 in July.
- Malaria: There were 166 cases in June and 187 in July, resulting in three fatalities in June.
- Dengue: The number of cases increased to 80 in June and 214 in July, with no deaths reported.
In response, the Assam Health Department has launched intensified measures including extensive fogging, larvicidal spraying, and introducing larvivorous fish in drains to combat mosquito breeding.
The state government is actively monitoring the situation to prevent further spread and reduce fatalities from these vector-borne diseases.
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