Active Filariasis Infections Rise to 32, Seven New Cases Detected in Malé Region

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported seven new filariasis cases in the Malé region, bringing the total active infections to 32 across the country. The first case outside the initial cluster in Kulhudhuffushi City emerged in Hulhumalé. All cases are among expatriate workers from India and Bangladesh. The HPA is conducting a health screening programme and has appealed to companies employing expatriates for support. Urbanco launched a campaign called 'Filaria'in Rahka' to eradicate mosquito breeding grounds in Hulhumalé. Authorities are considering making filariasis testing mandatory for migrant workers.

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported seven new filariasis cases in the Malé region, bringing the total active infections to 32 across the country. The first case outside the initial cluster in Kulhudhuffushi City emerged in Hulhumalé. All cases are among expatriate workers from India and Bangladesh. The HPA is conducting a health screening programme and has appealed to companies employing expatriates for support. Urbanco launched a campaign called 'Filaria'in Rahka' to eradicate mosquito breeding grounds in Hulhumalé. Authorities are considering making filariasis testing mandatory for migrant workers.

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported seven new filariasis cases in the Malé region, bringing the total active infections to 32 across the country. The first case outside the initial cluster in Kulhudhuffushi City emerged in Hulhumalé. All cases are among expatriate workers from India and Bangladesh. The HPA is conducting a health screening programme and has appealed to companies employing expatriates for support. Urbanco launched a campaign called 'Filaria'in Rahka' to eradicate mosquito breeding grounds in Hulhumalé. Authorities are considering making filariasis testing mandatory for migrant workers.

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