Chattogram:Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has called for a unified, cross-party effort to combat the spread of dengue in the country. Speaking as the chief guest at an event at Chattogram Medical College Hospital, Rizvi emphasized that preventing dengue is not solely the government's responsibility but requires a collective effort from the entire community.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Rizvi highlighted the importance of cooperation between the government, local administration, political parties, medical professionals, students, and the general public. He stressed the need for raising awareness and eliminating Aedes mosquito breeding grounds to significantly reduce the disease's spread. During the event, which was part of a nationwide BNP initiative, Rizvi distributed leaflets on dengue prevention to patients, their relatives, and members of the public.
Rizvi advised that anyone contracting dengue should not ignore it and should promptly seek medical advice. He warned against self-medication for those with a fever and emphasized the importance of getting the necessary tests and proper treatment. He urged for enhanced public awareness initiatives, stating that both personal vigilance and collective social action are required to prevent dengue and save lives.
Chattogram City Corporation Administrator Dr. Shahadat Hossain also spoke at the event, detailing the breeding habits of Aedes mosquitoes. He explained that they can multiply in stagnant water found in various places, such as flower pots, buckets, bottles, and discarded tires, among others. He advised that water should not be left standing for more than three days, and containers should be emptied regularly.
The event was attended by Ershadullah, MP, Sayeed Al Noman, MP, along with BNP leaders, activists from affiliated organizations, physicians, medical students, political figures, and other stakeholders.