Health officials warn of rising mosquito-borne infections amid monsoon season
KATHMANDU, SEPTEMBER 8
Three men have died of Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in Nawalparasi district over the past six weeks, while nine dengue cases have also been confirmed.
According to the District Health Office, Nawalparasi, the victims include a 74-year-old man from Bardaghat Municipality-12, a 62-year-old from Sarawal Rural Municipality-1, and a 50-year-old from Pratappur Rural Municipality-1. All three were undergoing treatment and had not been vaccinated against JE.
Health officials cautioned that dengue cases could surge further, with local governments already launching search-and-destroy campaigns targeting mosquito breeding grounds.
Japanese Encephalitis, transmitted through the bite of infected Culex mosquitoes, is most prevalent during the monsoon. The insects breed in stagnant water, especially in paddy fields, and bite mainly after sunset. Symptoms include fever, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, neck stiffness, and headache. Severe cases may cause paralysis, seizures, or unconsciousness.
Authorities have urged residents to take preventive measures, seek timely vaccination, and remain vigilant against mosquito bites.
