Authors: Dr. Barkha
Abstract: Dengue fever is an emerging mosquito-borne viral disease and a significant global public health concern, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. The present study investigates the dynamics of dengue fever in Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India, with special emphasis on epidemiological patterns, environmental factors, and clinical manifestations. The study was conducted during the peak transmission period from August to October 2014 through surveys of ten hospitals and pathology laboratories. Data were collected on suspected and confirmed dengue cases, including variables such as age, sex, symptoms, and diagnostic methods. Blood samples were analyzed using ELISA, rapid diagnostic kits, and microscopy. The results revealed a considerable number of dengue cases across all age groups, with both males and females equally affected. Common clinical features included high fever and thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), while mortality remained below 1% due to timely medical intervention. Environmental and socio-economic factors such as rapid urbanization, poor waste management, water stagnation, and favorable climatic conditions (temperature, humidity, and rainfall) were identified as major contributors to dengue transmission. Comparative analysis with the 2010 nationwide.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19448692
