Head of the Surabaya City Health Office, Nanik Sukristina I doc
mediamerahputih.id – The Health Service (Dinkes) appealed to the public to increase awareness of the potential for Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF). This is because the potential for an increase in dengue cases usually occurs during the rainy season
The Surabaya City Government has conveyed an appeal to be aware of DHF to the Lurah and Camat through a Circular Letter (SE) to be forwarded to the community. The Circular Letter dated January 13 2023 was signed directly by the Head of the Surabaya City Health Office, Nanik Sukristina.
“In the framework of Prevention and Control of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (P2P-DBD) in the city of Surabaya, we convey to raise awareness of the potential increase in DHF cases which usually occur in the rainy season,” explained Nanik Sukristina in the circular letter.
Given the increase in cases in 2022 compared to 2021, and there are still areas with real larvae-free numbers (ABJ)
First, optimizing the role of the Great Surabaya Cadre (KSH) as Coordinator for the Implementation of Mosquito Nest Eradication (PSN). Namely, by ensuring that there are no larvae in the Aedes Sp mosquito breeding sites in each work area.
“Second, ensuring community participation in the implementation of the eradication of mosquito nests by appointing a larva monitoring officer (Jumantik) in the Jumantik One House One Movement (61R1J) and ensuring that no larvae are found in their homes,” he said.
Third, Nanik appealed to the public to eradicate the vector that transmits DHF by carrying out the PSN DHF movement regularly through 3M PLUS activities. Namely, draining and brushing clean the tub/pool of water at least once a week.
“Then, tightly closing water storage places such as jars, reservoirs, drums and others. And finally, is to use or recycle used goods that can hold water,” he said.
In addition, in this Circular Letter, the Surabaya Health Office also urges the public to do a number of other things to prevent the arrival of DHF. Among other things, changing the water in flower vases, bird drinkers or other similar places once a week. Also, repair drains and gutters that are clogged or not smooth.
“Furthermore, cover the holes in bamboo or tree cuttings, etc. with soil and so on. As well as sprinkle larvacidal larvae killer powder, such as in places that are difficult to drain or in areas where water is scarce,” he explained.
Not only that, the Surabaya Health Office also appealed to the public to install wire screens on the windows and doors of their homes as an effort to prevent dengue fever. Also, avoid the habit of hanging clothes in the room and seek adequate lighting and room ventilation.
This includes using mosquito nets while sleeping and using drugs that can prevent mosquito bites, such as lotions and sprays.
In addition, people are encouraged to plant plants that mosquitoes don’t like, such as lemongrass, lavender, rosemary in the environment around offices or residential areas. And finally, the community is also invited to clean up the environment and mosquito nests.
“Immediately report if there is a family or community affected by dengue fever to the nearest health center,” said Nanik.
Nanik also explained a number of symptoms of DHF cases. Among other things, high fever without a reason ranging from 2 to 7 days. A rash or red spots appear on the skin and pain in the muscles and joints. Experiencing dizziness, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite and pain in the pit of the stomach and nosebleeds or mild bleeding of the gums.
“As for laboratory results, Platelets 100,000/mm3, Hematocrit increased by 20 percent, positive serological examination (IgG, IgM, NS1),” he said. (ayn)
