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Dengue cases drop sharply in Mysuru
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Dengue cases drop sharply in Mysuru

June 13, 2025

341 cases from Jan-May 2024, only 18 cases this year Mysuru: Mysuru district has recorded a sharp decline in dengue cases this year, thanks to intensified precautionary measures and awareness drives by the Department of Health and Family Welfare. As of May 2025, only 18 positive cases have been reported, a dramatic drop from 341…

Nothing to panic about COVID-19 situation: DHO Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy
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Nothing to panic about COVID-19 situation: DHO Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy

June 2, 2025

Mysuru:  Allaying the fears of people, Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy, District Health Officer (DHO) of Mysuru, reassured the citizens that the current wave of COVID-19 is mild and there is no cause for panic. Speaking at a live phone-in programme organised by JSS Radio 91.2 FM Community Radio recently, Dr. Kumaraswamy addressed queries from the public…

Three test positive for COVID-19 in Mysuru
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Three test positive for COVID-19 in Mysuru

May 26, 2025

Health Department urges caution; RT-PCR tests at K.R. Hospital from today Mysuru: With COVID-19 cases rising across the State, three individuals have tested positive in Mysuru district — two from K.R. Nagar and one from H.D. Kote. Speaking to Star of Mysore this morning, District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy said, “A total of…

Stay hydrated, avoid street food: DHO’s advisory
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Stay hydrated, avoid street food: DHO’s advisory

March 12, 2025

Mysuru: With temperatures soaring to 34°C to 35°C, District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy has urged people to take precautions against heat-related health issues. Dehydration poses a significant risk during summer, making it essential to drink plenty of boiled and cooled water. He also recommended homemade ORS, lemon juice, and buttermilk to maintain hydration….

National Girl Child Day – Girl child not a curse but a blessing: DHO
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National Girl Child Day – Girl child not a curse but a blessing: DHO

February 4, 2025

Mysuru: National Girl Child Day was observed at the District Health Officer’s office in Nazarbad, Mysuru, recently. The event was jointly organised by District Administration, ZP and the Health and Family Welfare Department. During the celebration, District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy, along with Health Education Officer and office staff, held placards with the…

DHO appeals for supporting Anaemia-Free India Drive
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DHO appeals for supporting Anaemia-Free India Drive

December 14, 2024

Mysuru:  District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy said, it is essential to control the worms in the body to eradicate malnutrition and anaemia among children. He was speaking after kick-starting National Deworming Campaign organised at Maharaja’s High School, JLB Road in the city, by District Health and Family Welfare Society and District Health and…

19 active dengue cases in Mysuru district: DHO
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19 active dengue cases in Mysuru district: DHO

July 23, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: The dengue cases in the district are under control with only 19 active cases, said District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy, here yesterday. Speaking to Star of Mysore, Dr. Kumaraswamy said, a total of 4,726 blood samples had been tested for dengue from January this year, out of which 599 were tested positive…

Dengue positivity rate down in Mysuru: DHO
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Dengue positivity rate down in Mysuru: DHO

July 12, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: With the District Administration taking appropriate measures to check the spread of the deadly disease, the positivity rate for dengue has come down to 11 percent from 17 percent in a matter of a few days. According to District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy, there are 24 active cases in the district as…

14 active dengue cases in Mysuru: DHO
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14 active dengue cases in Mysuru: DHO

July 9, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy has said, a total of 496 dengue cases have been reported in the district, from January until now, with 14 active cases under treatment with low mortality rate, as reported till Monday (July 8) afternoon. Speaking to Star of Mysore,  Dr. Kumaraswamy said, when compared to previous…

Intl. Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed
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Intl. Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed

July 8, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, organised jointly by the District Administration, Zilla Panchayat, District Health and Family Welfare Department, and District Mental Health Programme Division was observed at a function held at CPC Polytechnic in N.R. Mohalla in city on Saturday. Speaking after inaugurating the event, District Health Officer (DHO) Dr….

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