As Panama prepares for coronavirus dengue  hits 356, kills 2

Until February 22, 1,012 cases of dengue had been registered in the country, of which 894 were without alarm signs, 112 with alarm signs and 6 cases of severe dengue.

While the government of Panama is readying for a possible outbreak of Coronavirus, during the first 22 days of February, 356 cases of dengue with two deaths were recorded.

Until February 22, 1,012 cases of dengue had been registered in the country, of which 894 were without alarm signs, 112 with alarm signs and 6 cases of severe dengue.

The districts that accumulate the greatest number of dengue cases are: Panama, Arraiján, Chepo, Colón and San Miguelito, and among the districts with the highest incidence of cases are Chepo cabecera, Pacora, Chilibre, Ernesto Córdoba, Las Garzas and Mayor Díaz

The Health Ministry (Minsa) asks citizens to prevent the proliferation of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, a transmitter of dengue. The authorities demand to avoid the accumulation of water, clean the courtyards and surroundings of the residences and contribute to the collection of garbage.

The authorities also warn the population not to lower their guard against circulating respiratory viruses in the country and reiterate the measures to be taken such as washing hands frequently with soap and water, avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with dirty hands. Also, cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze, and avoid close contact with sick people.