With 15,000 dengue cases in 2024, Tamil Nadu to set up 1,000 medical camps ahead of monsoon

In 2024, dengue claimed seven lives in Chennai, with over 15,000 cases reported in ten months. Health minister Ma Subramanian announced 1,000 medical camps starting October 15 to screen for seasonal ailments. Delayed treatment was linked to fatalities, highlighting the risks of self-medication.