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#SGDengueUpdate 134 new cases were reported in the week ending 27 May 2023. There are 21 active dengue clusters. 18 Zika cases have also been reported this year as at 31 May 2023. Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
 
#SGDengueUpdate 112 new cases were reported in the week ending 3 Jun 2023. There are 25 active dengue clusters. 18 Zika cases have also been reported this year as at 5 Jun 2023. Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
#DidYouKnow that mosquitoes can lay eggs about 3 times in its lifetime, producing about 100 eggs each time?

If you have potted plants at home, don’t forget to break up the hardened soil. Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

#BLOCKDengue
It’s ASEAN Dengue Day! Observed every 15 Jun, it raises awareness on ways to prevent dengue.

Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week. Learn more about dengue prevention here: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof #BLOCKDengue
#SGDengueUpdate 163 new dengue cases and 31 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 10 Jun 2023. 19 Zika cases have also been reported this year. Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
#SGDengueUpdate 270 new dengue cases and 33 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 17 Jun 2023. 21 Zika cases have also been reported this year. Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
Excess water accumulated in flowerpot plates is the perfect breeding ground for the Aedes mosquitoes. So, don’t forget to lift and empty flowerpot plates every other day.

Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

#BLOCKDengue
#SGDengueUpdate 216 new dengue cases and 41 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 24 Jun 2023. 21 Zika cases have also been reported this year.

Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
Pretty sure that your pails are free from stagnated water? But you’ll never know when water might drip and accumulate.

Overturn pails and wipe their rims to be doubly sure!

Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

#BLOCKDengue
#SGDengueUpdate 271 new dengue cases and 47 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 1 Jul 2023. 22 Zika cases have also been reported this year.

Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
Love keeping flowers around to brighten up your home? Don’t forget to change the water in flower vases every other day, so that they don’t become mosquito breeding habitats.

Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
 Break up hardened soil
 Lift and empty flowerpot plates
 Overturn pails and wipe their rims
 Change water in vases
 Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

#BLOCKDengue
#SGDengueUpdate 235 new dengue cases and 44 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 8 Jul 2023. No new Zika cases were reported.

Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
Out of sight, out of mind? Make sure you don’t leave your home’s roof gutters unattended.
 
If it gets clogged with fallen leaves, the accumulated water may become the perfect breeding ground for Aedes mosquitoes.
 
So, make sure to keep your roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide. Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide
 
Part of the ASEAN Dengue Day series to raise awareness on dengue prevention, check out our earlier posts too! #BLOCKDengue
#SGDengueUpdate 211 new dengue cases and 41 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 15 Jul 2023.

Let’s continue to actively #BLOCKDengue: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof
Going on your festive holiday escapade? 🏖

Give the mozzies no room to stay! Follow the B-L-O-C-K steps and mozzie-proof your home before you roam:
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

Together, we can keep dengue at bay. Learn more: https://go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

#BLOCKDengue #DenguePrevention
No spring cleaning is complete until you clear away all stagnant water. Let’s bring in good health and fortune, not mosquitoes. 🚫🦟

Check out more dengue prevention tips at go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist

#BLOCKDengue #LunarNewYear2024
Dengue and Zika, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, can cause serious health issues. Although rare, Zika virus infection can cause microcephaly in unborn babies of pregnant women. #BLOCKdengue and Zika weekly. Protect yourself with "S-A-W": go.gov.sg/dengue-zika
Heading out for holiday adventures? Before you dash, don’t give the mozzies any room to stay!

Follow the B-L-O-C-K steps and mozzie-proof your home before you roam:
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

Let’s make this holiday season not only merry but also mindful.

#BLOCKDengue #DenguePrevention
Doing your last round of spring cleaning before the Lunar New Year? Don’t forget to remove all stagnant water. Let’s bring in good health and fortune, not mosquitoes. 🚫🦟

Check out more dengue prevention tips at go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist #BLOCKdengue
🦟They’re small, they’re pesky, and they’re definitely not welcome! Mosquitoes love stagnant water - don’t let them crash the party.

It’s time for a Real-World Quest! Carry out the #BLOCKdengue steps at least once a week and mozzie-proof your home:
Break up hardened soil
Lift and empty flowerpot plates
Overturn pails and wipe their rims
Change water in vases
Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide

#DenguePrevention #Minecraft