Meeting Discusses Measures for Dengue Prevention and Surveillance Mechanism
Published August 21, 2026 | 07:20 PM
PESHAWAR, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 21st Aug, 2026)
Provincial Minister for Health, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Khaleeq ur Rehman on Friday chaired a meeting to review ongoing measures for dengue prevention and control, surveillance mechanisms, and the future course of action.
Secretary Health KP, Fayaz Ali Shah, Director General Health Services, Director Dengue Control Program, District Health Officer Peshawar, and other relevant officials attended.
The meeting reviewed progress on measures being taken to prevent the possible spread of dengue. Detailed discussions were held on:
- The future action plan
- Strengthening surveillance
- Ensuring timely diagnosis and treatment
- Enhancing public awareness regarding dengue prevention.
Provincial health minister said that prevention and control of dengue remains one of the government’s key priorities. He stressed the need for effective coordination and a comprehensive strategy among all relevant departments and institutions to control dengue.
He directed the concerned authorities to:
- Further intensify preventive and protective measures against dengue
- Identify and eliminate potential breeding sites
- Ensure timely treatment of suspected patients.
He directed all concerned authorities to ensure effective implementation of the Dengue Action Plan 2026, strengthen coordination among relevant institutions, and complete all necessary preventive measures regarding dengue prevention.
