Despite the growing number of Dengue fever, scores of residents in Central and Greater Accra regions claim they are unaware of the symptoms, mode of transmission, and preventive measures
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced that a total of 36 cases of Dengue fever have been confirmed in the Eastern and Central Regions.
These cases, according to a statement by the GHS, were confirmed after samples were sent to the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR).
The disease, initially recorded in three districts and municipalities of the Eastern Region has now entered the Central Region.
According to the Ghana Health Service, a team from the National level made up of Entomologists and Epidemiologists have joined the regional team to undertake a detailed outbreak investigation.
It added that more samples from suspected cases have been submitted to the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR) for confirmation.
But some residents in Accra and Cape Coast who spoke to Ahotor News called for intensified public education.
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Meanwhile, the Director of Public Health at the Ghana Health Service Dr. Franklin Asiedu Bekoe emphasizes the importance of early detection and treatment.
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Story by: Osei Akoto (Teacher Kojo) #Ahotoronline.com
