Key Facts
Mandi, July 12, 2026: With the onset of monsoon, the Health Department has heightened surveillance in the Padhar and Ladbadhol health blocks of Mandi district to prevent outbreaks of diarrhea, dengue, and jaundice. Over 200 ASHA workers have been deployed across more than 60 panchayats under seven primary health centers and the Jogindernagar Civil Hospital.
Details of the Alert
The initiative covers areas including Ladbadhol, Chauntra, Balh, Joli, and others under Jogindernagar, as well as Padhar, Barot, Lohardi, Sudhar, Bada Gaon, and Drang. Health teams are conducting door-to-door surveys to identify potential patients and spreading awareness about using clean drinking water and maintaining hygiene. In hospitals, patients presenting with high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain are being tested, and suspected cases are advised to undergo Hepatitis-A testing.
ASHA Workers on Ground
In Padhar health block alone, 109 ASHA workers have been deployed across various panchayats. Block Health Officer Sanjay Mahajan stated that these teams are educating families on preventive measures against diarrhea, dengue, and jaundice.
Impact and Response
Panchayat representatives and secretaries have been instructed to ensure cleanliness of natural water sources. The department urges residents to drink boiled water, consume ORS when necessary, prevent water accumulation around homes, and immediately visit a health facility if symptoms appear.
What Readers Should Know
- Boil water before drinking.
- Keep surroundings clean and free of stagnant water.
- Use ORS in case of loose motions.
- Seek medical help for fever, vomiting, or diarrhea.
FAQ
Which diseases is the Health Department warning about in Mandi during monsoon?
The Health Department has issued an alert for diarrhea, dengue, and jaundice (Hepatitis-A) in the Mandi district.
How many ASHA workers are deployed in Padhar and Ladbadhol health blocks?
Over 200 ASHA workers are active in the two blocks—109 in Padhar and the rest in Ladbadhol—for surveillance and awareness.
What precautions are recommended to prevent waterborne diseases?
Drink boiled water, use ORS if needed, prevent water stagnation around homes, and seek immediate medical check-up if symptoms appear.