Karnataka Govt urges Deputy Commissioners to monitor Zika Virus, Dengue Outbreaks
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Bengaluru: Amid a surge in the dengue cases in the twin districts of Dakshina Kannada (DK) and Udupi, Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao urged Deputy Commissioners across the state to remain vigilant regarding the spread of Zika virus and dengue cases.
According to an IANS report, "The Aedes species of mosquitoes also spread the Zika virus. As the Zika virus has been found in the neighbouring state, it is necessary to take precautions in the state.
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