The number of lab confirmed Dengue deaths now stands at 12.

According to the Health Ministry there are also 1,053 lab confirmed cases of the virus.

Meanwhile, action continues to be taken with regarding to the cleaning of properties.

The Ministry says as at September 4th 2024, 851 yellow fever notices have been issued to property owners/occupiers.

Of these, 43 have so far been identified for the consideration or institution of legal proceedings for non-compliance.

The public is reminded that Dengue Fever may be spread by the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti mosquito. Symptoms appear within 5-6 days of being bitten, last for 1-2 weeks and can include:

• Fever
• Headaches (sometimes severe)
• Pain behind eyes
• Muscle and joint pains
• Skin rash
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

Anyone showing signs or symptoms of Dengue Fever should seek immediate medical treatment.

The Ministry adds that persons with symptoms should not use aspirin, motrin, cataflam, olfen or ibuprofen, as these can cause bleeding which leads to shock.

They are instead advised to use paracetamol, acetaminophen (Panadol/Tylenol) or medicines prescribed by a doctor.