Dengue prevention guide to be issued to all Sri Lankan universities

The Ministry of Education in Sri Lanka announced that a comprehensive guide for dengue prevention will be distributed to all universities on July 20. This initiative aims to address the growing concern over dengue fever outbreaks on campuses. The guide is designed to equip universities with the necessary tools and protocols for early detection of dengue cases, effective management of infected individuals, and strengthening disease surveillance systems. A key focus will also be on implementing systematic measures to prevent the breeding of dengue-carrying mosquitoes within university environments. This directive comes after several universities were forced to close temporarily in recent weeks due to significant dengue outbreaks. The closures highlighted the urgent need for a standardized and proactive approach to managing the disease within higher education institutions. By providing clear guidelines and promoting systematic actions, the Ministry of Education hopes to create safer and healthier environments for students and staff, mitigating the impact of dengue on academic activities.