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Unnecessary platelets transfusion revealed in dengue patients in Karachi

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  • 100% surge in dengue cases reported in city during last 24 hours, says provincial health ministry.
  • National Institute of Health rejected reports of new variants of dengue virus in country.
  • Actual numbers of dengue patients are far higher than available data, says health officials.

Hospitals of Karachi were flooded with dengue patients as the incursion of mosquitoes triggered the outbreak of dengue virus in the city, however unnecessary transfusion of platelets in dengue patients has been reported in the city, Geo News reported.

According to the health ministry of Sindh, a 100% surge in dengue cases was reported in the port city during the last 24 hours, a day earlier 192 virus cases were reported while today 403 patients have been diagnosed with the virus.

“Higher number of dengue cases were reported in district East as 116 patients diagnosed with the virus, while district Korangi reported 107 cases. Similarly, 72 dengue cases were reported in district Central, while district South reported only 64 cases of dengue,” it said.

As per the provincial health department, during the current month the dengue virus affected 2,145 citizens. However, according to health officials, the actual numbers of dengue patients are far higher than the available data.

Dengue patients rest under the mosquitoes nets in dengue ward at Poly Clinic, in Federal Capital. —ONLINE/ Sultan Bashir
Dengue patients rest under the mosquitoes nets in dengue ward at Poly Clinic, in Federal Capital. —ONLINE/ Sultan Bashir 

Meanwhile, it is reported that some private hospitals in the city, for the lust of money are transfusing platelets unnecessarily to dengue patients against the direction of the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Director Sindh Blood Transfusion Authority, Dr Darnaz Jamal reacted to the situation and said, “Private hospitals are transfusing platelets unnecessary just for money.

Dr Darnaz also directed the authorities concerned that platelets be transfused to dengue patients, only if it ranges below 20 thousand or the patient starts bleeding.

On the other hand, the National Institute of Health has rejected reports of new variants of the dengue virus. According to health experts, there are only four variants of the dengue virus have been reported, however, no new variant of the virus has been reported so far in the country.

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With unmatched tenacity and fortitude, they survive at elevations of 21,000 feet and temperatures as low as -40°C.

With courage and determination, the courageous men of the Pakistan Army spearhead every mission, from saving the lives of those suffering from oxygen shortages to rescuing wounded comrades in avalanche-prone locations.

There is no comparison to the sacrifices made by the Pakistan Army to defend the country’s boundaries.

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Starlink needs to register with both the PSB and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) before to starting its satellite services in Pakistan. According to the PTA Chairman, the body will proceed with further actions after the registration procedure is over.

Along with Starlink, Shanghai Space Technology is also making its debut in Pakistan, which should boost internet access and spur technical advancement in the nation.

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has also made it plain that until it has government approval, it is unable to grant a license to Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink.

The chairman stated that Starlink has promised to adhere to government regulations and not circumvent the system.

The committee also chose to call a meeting of the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) to take up the topic of space technology regulation. Additionally, the committee asked why the PTA is assigning its duties to other groups.

Prior to the launch of Starlink in Pakistan, Elon Musk, the CEO of SPACEX, stated that he was seeking permission from the Pakistani government.

According to information, Pakistani social media user Sanam Jamali and Elon Musk had a discussion on the launch of Starlink in Pakistan on the social media site X (previously Twitter).

Sanam asked Musk to launch Starlink in Pakistan, claiming that it might open the door to a better future by giving people access to the internet and chances to advance.

In response, Musk said that he is awaiting Pakistani official approval to introduce Starlink there. Through a massive network of satellites, SpaceX’s Starlink offers internet services.

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SpaceX, a private aircraft manufacturer and space transport services provider established by Elon Musk, is the developer of the Starlink satellite internet network. The constellation uses a network of thousands of tiny satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) to deliver fast, dependable, and worldwide internet connectivity.

The way we access the internet could be completely changed by this cutting-edge technology, particularly in isolated and underdeveloped locations where conventional fiber-optic and cellular networks are scarce or nonexistent.

High-speed internet access with latency as low as 20 ms is what the Starlink constellation is intended to provide; this is on par with or even better than many current fiber-optic networks.

Every Starlink satellite includes a phased array antenna, which enables it to connect with numerous users at once, offering a flexible and high-capacity network. Fast and dependable internet connection is available to users from almost anywhere in the world with Starlink, which is an exciting advancement for digital inclusion and global connectedness.

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