A potential dengue threat has emerged at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) after mosquito larvae and adult mosquitoes were reportedly found in stagnant water near the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) facility.
Mosquito larvae were reportedly visible in standing water around the MCH area. Adult mosquitoes were also seen in the same surroundings, raising concerns about possible breeding activity inside the hospital premises.
The situation has caused concern because the MCH facility is regularly visited by pregnant women and their attendants. Patients often wait in the area while seeking medical check-ups and other healthcare services.
The presence of stagnant water could create suitable breeding conditions for mosquitoes. Health officials have also warned that current weather conditions are favourable for the spread of dengue.
The ongoing monsoon season has increased concerns about mosquito breeding across Islamabad. Rainwater can collect in open spaces, containers, drains and other areas, creating potential breeding sites.
The reported situation at the PIMS MCH facility has therefore raised questions about preventive measures within a major public healthcare facility. Patients and hospital staff could face additional risks if mosquito breeding sites are not removed quickly.
District Entomologist Qasim Sajra said Islamabad has reported four dengue cases so far this year. He added that two of those patients are residents of Rawalpindi.
The latest figures remain below the number of cases recorded during previous years. However, health officials continue to monitor the situation because dengue activity can increase during the monsoon season.
Islamabad recorded 197 dengue cases in August 2025, according to Sajra. During the same month in 2024, the capital reported 40 dengue cases.
The significant difference between the previous figures has increased the focus on preventive measures. Authorities are particularly concerned about stagnant water because it can provide mosquitoes with suitable conditions to breed.
Dengue mosquitoes can breed in small collections of stagnant water. Regular removal of standing water is therefore considered an important part of controlling mosquito populations.
The reported mosquito larvae at PIMS have raised fresh concerns because the affected area is used by patients and attendants. Pregnant women visiting the MCH facility may spend considerable time waiting in or around the premises.
Hospital staff and visitors could also be exposed to mosquitoes if breeding activity continues. Authorities may need to inspect the area and remove stagnant water to reduce the potential risk.
The monsoon season has made mosquito control more challenging in Islamabad. Frequent rainfall can leave water accumulated in places that may not immediately be noticed by residents or authorities.
Health officials have continued advising the public to avoid stagnant water and take precautions against mosquito bites. Eliminating potential breeding sites remains an important step in limiting dengue transmission.
The situation at PIMS has also highlighted the importance of maintaining clean and safe surroundings at healthcare facilities. Hospitals receive large numbers of patients every day and need effective measures to control mosquito breeding.
Authorities will need to monitor the MCH premises closely and ensure that any standing water is removed. Regular inspections could also help identify other potential mosquito breeding locations around the facility.
With four dengue cases already reported in Islamabad this year, officials are keeping a close watch on the situation. The rise in dengue cases during previous monsoon periods shows why early preventive action is important.
The discovery of larvae and adult mosquitoes at PIMS has added to concerns about dengue transmission in the capital. Immediate attention to stagnant water and mosquito control could help reduce the potential risk to patients, attendants and hospital workers.
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