In total 101 people from Felipe Carrillo Puerto had to be hospitalized due to dengue fever in the last three months of the year, with cases skyrocketing compared to the previous year first two quarters of 2023 where there were only 20.
According to statistical data from the municipality’s general hospital, this has been the case so far 121 cases from January to June 20th and from July to September 101 In the last three months, three of them had suffered from severe dengue fever; 13 for non-severe dengue and 85 for dengue with warning signs.
Iván Zuñiga Herrera, head of the city’s hospital, reported that this year and in the current rainy season, these conditions have been present, which are caused by the Breeding places for flies The accumulation of water promotes the reproduction of the mosquito.
“The increase in cases of this disease in the community is an alarming problem as it has already increased and there are fears that it will continue at the same pace if measures are not taken in the homes, courtyards or properties.” because it is “where its outbreak begins, and as it continues to grow, many more people will be affected.”
He noted that it is important as an individual citizen to work to eliminate breeding sites in their homes because if not, the spread will continue to increase, It has been stated that in a simple lid where liquid accumulates can be a factor in the outbreak of flies, it can be a health hazard aedes aegipty Carrier of Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya.
“Due to the high rate of dengue cases, health authorities are implementing prevention measures such as: B. Campaigns to eliminate mosquito breeding sites, lectures and workshops to raise awareness in the community so that their participation contributes to the greater good. Everyone will benefit from this.”
He explained that the population is advised to participate positively so that any space that protects them is removed from home, it is also important to preserve it Clean patios, turn buckets over and cover water containers.
