The Faisalabad division and surrounding areas continue to grapple with a significant increase in cases of gastroenteritis, diarrhea, and measles despite a recent drop in the intensity of the ongoing heatwave, reported 24NewsHd TV channel on Saturday.

According to data, over the last 24 hours, 519 new cases of these illnesses have been reported in major government hospitals across the district, including THQs, DHQs, and teaching hospitals.

The Faisalabad health department has expressed concern over the rising number of patients and has urged the public to take necessary precautions to avoid the further spread of these diseases.

Specifically, the district recorded two new suspected cases of measles within the last day, bringing the total number of cases in the district to 1,430.

In Toba Tek Singh district, the situation is similarly dire, with 204 new cases of gastroenteritis and diarrhea reported in the last 24 hours.

Although no new cases of measles have been recorded, 16 children have been affected by the disease so far this month.

The local health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and advising residents to maintain high hygiene standards to curb the outbreak.

Meanwhile, in Chiniot district, the heat continues to take its toll, with 71 new cases of gastroenteritis and diarrhea reported in the district within the past day.

Of these, 7 patients were admitted to the DHQ hospital, 21 were treated in two THQ hospitals, and 43 received care at Basic Health Units and Rural Health Centers.

The DHQ hospital also reported two new suspected cases of measles during this period, prompting the health department to reinforce the need for preventive measures.

Similarly, in the Jhang district, the number of gastroenteritis and diarrhea patients continues to rise.

Over the last 24 hours, more than 35 new cases were admitted to the district hospital. The hospital also identified six new suspected measles cases.

In response, the health department has issued an advisory urging timely vaccination against measles to prevent a potential outbreak.