According to PHO-Aklan, the strict implementation of the 4-S strategy calls for everyone to become prime movers in controlling mosquito population and preventing another dengue deaths in the province.
First of the 4S strategies which the health office keeps on campaigning is Search and destroy mosquito breeding sites. In here, it is important to remove any space or container than can hold unnecessary stagnant water which may become breeding sites of mosquitoes.
Next is Self-protective measures wherein everyone is encouraged to wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts and daily use of mosquito repellent and use of mosquito nets when sleeping.
When experiencing symptoms like fever for more than 2-3 days, it is important to Seek early consultations. It is significant to seek early consultation between 1-3 days of fever to immediately recognize the disease.
Other dengue warning signs are severe headache, abdominal pain, bleeding, rash, frequent vomiting, lethargy or restlessness, pain behind the eyes, muscles, and joints, which patients are advised to seek early consultation if experiencing any such.
PHO-Aklan is also campaigning to support fogging activities in areas with dengue cases. (AAL/SQP/PIA Aklan)
