In epidemiological week 41, which includes October 7-13, four new deaths from dengue were recorded in Jalisco, which, in addition to the one reported since June, brings the total to five in the state.
According to the Jalisco Ministry of Health, of the four deaths recently reported, three are men aged 18, 63 and 22, and a 31-year-old woman.
The 18-year-old patient had the use of multiple drugs as a comorbidity and the 63-year-old suffered from diabetes. The four deceased were from Zapoltitic, Tlaquepaque and two from Guadalajara.
What is the dengue outlook in Jalisco from October 7 to 13?
In epidemiological week 41, the following were reported:
1,360 new cases
617 non-severe dengue
689 dengue with warning signs
54 severe dengue
How many cases and deaths will there be in Jalisco in 2024?
9,795 cases of dengue
5 deaths
Which municipalities in Jalisco have the most cases of dengue?
Guadalajara – 2,792
Tlaquepaque – 1,557
Zapopan – 1,458
Tonalá – 522
Puerto Vallarta – 443
What are the measures to prevent mosquito bites?
Place mosquito nets on the windows and doors of homes, as well as canopies over beds.
Use repellents on the skin and on clothing with applications every three hours.
Wear long sleeves and pants if you do outdoor activities.
Use household insecticides.
What are the measures to prevent mosquito reproduction?
Avoid throwing containers or garbage in places such as patios, terraces, streets and vacant lots.
Keep patios and gardens free of weeds and unclog rain drains.
Remove water from tree holes, rocks, walls, wells, abandoned latrines and fill holes in lids and walls where rain can collect.
Remove all types of garbage or unusable containers such as cans, shells, tires, empty bottles and other objects that can store water.
Remove water from dishes placed under flower pots and plant holders, air conditioning or rain drain collectors, check inside and outside the house every two days, trying to throw water on the ground or floor, not in the drain.
Keep pools and other clean water deposits clean, chlorinated or empty.
Collaborate with municipalities during the tasks of mass elimination of breeding sites.
Source: amp.milenio
