Jitra: Sixty-three cases of chikungunya have been recorded in Taman Mahsuri Phase 2C near Jitra since Jan 3. No deaths have been reported so far.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, State Housing, Local Government and Health Committee chairman Mansor Zakaria stated that the Kubang Pasu District Health Office has implemented control and prevention measures, including community clean-up operations. These efforts involve collaboration with the Kubang Pasu Municipal Council, the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation (SWCorp), several other agencies, and local residents. Mansor emphasized that this initiative is an early step to prevent the further spread of chikungunya in the residential area.

Mansor also urged residents to maintain cleanliness in their surroundings, particularly by disposing of waste properly to prevent mosquito breeding. He advised those experiencing symptoms such as fever and joint pain to seek treatment at the nearest health facility promptly to avoid complications.

Meanwhile, the Kubang Pasu health office announced in a Facebook post that it will conduct an anti-chikungunya operation from Feb 7 to 15. This decision follows the rise in cases and the higher risk of community transmission in the area.