NEA award 2 yr $10 million contract to advertising firm to fight dengue.

[nicktc]

Give a $0.10 reward for every mosquito killed better

[foxwagon]

Last month at Kovan heartland mall some youngsters were distributing anti dengue flyers along with plastic document holder (air ticket size). wonder if this is part of the advertisement out reach.

[globalcookie]

628 dengue cases reported last week; highest weekly figure since 2014
Posted 20 Jan 2016 08:12 Updated 20 Jan 2016 10:00


SINGAPORE: A total of 628 dengue cases were reported in the week ending Jan 16, the highest weekly figure in more than a year, according to latest figures published on the National Environment Agency (NEA) website.

This was 81 cases more than the previous week and 170 more than the highest reported in a week in 2015. The highest number of dengue cases ever reported in a week was in 2014, with 891 cases reported between Jun 29 and Jul 5.

Another 193 cases were reported between Jan 17 and 3.30pm on Jan 19, NEA said. A total of 1,368 dengue cases have been reported in Singapore since Jan 3.

The agency warned that there has been an increase in the Aedes mosquito population, with the warmer-than-usual weather shortening the breeding and maturation cycles of the mosquitoes, as well as the incubation periods for the dengue virus.

It said source eradication of mosquito breeding habitats remains a key component in preventing the spread of the virus, which is why intensive source reduction exercises (ISREs) have been stepped up.

Additionally, the proportion of dengue cases due to the DENV-2 serotype has increased and now accounts for more than two-thirds of all dengue cases serotyped in Singapore, the agency said. Previously, the DENV-1 serotype accounted for most of the dengue cases in Singapore since March 2013.

“This change in the main circulating dengue virus may be contributing to the spike in dengue cases. Immediate measures need to be taken by all stakeholders to suppress the Aedes mosquito population,” NEA said.

- CNA/cy

Last time they said warmer months higher dengue case. Now cooler months also super high dengue cases. After so many years of dengue fight, it is still a big problem.

[Auratus]

Originally Posted by globalcookie

628 dengue cases reported last week; highest weekly figure since 2014
Last time they said warmer months higher dengue case. Now cooler months also super high dengue cases. After so many years of dengue fight, it is still a big problem.[/COLOR]

May be money not enough?

[globalcookie]

More than 30,000 dengue cases expected in Singapore this year: NEA, MOH

By Justin Ong

POSTED:*18 Feb 2016 15:40***UPDATED:*18 Feb 2016 17:49


SINGAPORE: The number of dengue cases in Singapore this year may exceed 30,000, higher than the record of 22,170 reported in 2013, the National Environment Agency (NEA) and Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Thursday (Feb 18).

This is due to factors such as warmer conditions brought about by the El Nino weather phenomenon, faster breeding and maturation cycles of the Aedes mosquito population and a change in the main circulating dengue virus, said both agencies at a joint media briefing.

Singapore has seen more than 3,400 dengue cases reported since January, with two deaths so far.

NEA said the number of Aedes mosquito breeding found in homes has increased by 50 per cent compared to the same period in January 2015, with majority of breeding found in domestic containers and flower pot plates and trays.

The dominant dengue virus has also switched from DENV-1 to DENV-2. Historically, any change in predominant dengue virus serotype is usually followed by a spike in dengue cases, said NEA.

The environment agency also noted that the Zika virus is transmitted via the Aedes mosquito as well.*MOH said its proposed Clinical Advisory Group for the Zika virus has already been set up and held its first meeting on Wednesday. The Group will advise medical practitioners on how to answer questions from concerned pregnant mothers.*The Zika virus can spread from an infected mother to a foetus, possibly causing brain damage and microcephaly.

STEPPED-UP MEASURES

Authorities stated that they will continue with efforts to suppress the increasing Aedes mosquito population by closely monitoring and acting on dengue-active public areas and potential mosquito breeding habitats.

More than 126,000 inspections have been conducted islandwide since Jan 31, uncovering more than 1,900 instances of mosquito breeding.

Authorities also urged members of the public to play their part to keep dengue cases down.

Hence, the annual “Do the Mozzie Wipeout” campaign has been brought forward ahead of the traditional mid-year dengue peak season, announced NEA.

The campaign will be launched island-wide next Sunday (Feb 28), and calls on the community to take appropriate precautions to prevent mosquito breeding over a two-week period to cover two rounds of the mosquito breeding cycle.

More than 5,000 People's Association grassroots leaders and volunteers will conduct house visits in dengue cluster areas to disseminate prevention messages in the months ahead.

NEA said it has trained more than 5,800 Dengue Prevention Volunteers so far to help advise residents on anti-mosquito breeding and dengue prevention tips. More dengue alert banners will also be put up in cluster areas.*

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$10 mil money well spent.

[VRISCHIKA™]

wasting taxpayers money. knlbaccb

[hkh]

Think now need to spend more on Zika Awareness campaign liao.........

[Auratus]

Originally Posted by hkh

Think now need to spend more on Zika Awareness campaign liao.........

Pte marketing companies probably all are gearing up to sell their services to the govt's base on their huge budget on marketing.

On the contrary, what if millions is spent to action on extricating mozzies and medical to control the spread on the virus? Could it be even more effective?

[satan_gal]

I can't help but ask..

Do you check your house daily to ensure no mozzie breeding?
Do you check your fish tank regularly as well?
Do you report water ponding in your estate to Town Council (iTown App quite efficient, tried and tested)
Do you tell your family members, esp the senior folks and ensure they do the same?

As much as they can market, fact is, this is more or less individual responsibility. NEA go ppl hse check, ppl kpkb. NEA dun go ppl hse check, ppl also kpkb. NEA given the approval to go into the unit w/o owner's approval, ALSO kpkb...

Very hard to service leh..

[Guppies Onli]

Now like seldom see them do fogging in Tampines