Outbreak of dengue fever has occurred in India and it hits the Commonwealth Games athletes. Two of the India’s top cyclists have been hospitalised less than three weeks of the arrival of international athletes for training and adaptation. So as a Malaysian athlete. Dengue mosquitoes attack during daytime and the symptoms may last for several weeks.
The health authority confirms that dengue fever cases are now worsening in accordance with peak mosquito breeding season. Warning has been released and there is high level of concern on the fast breeding rate at athletes’ village. Ultimately, action has been taken by the city’s health committee. Mosquito eating fish has been introduced into Yamuna River last week in order to alleviate the epidemic. The committee chairman, V.K. Monga claimed that they must ensure zero breeding during the Games especially in the peak breeding season. All possible steps have been accomplished to protect Australian athletes. Fogging is carried out on daily basis.
Dengue fever has been an endemic in Asia. Now it even affects the progress of athletes who are going to participate in the Commonwealth Games. It is really catastrophic as health and stamina is extremely crucial for athletes especially near the competition. Their performance is going to be affected if hit by dengue fever. It is happy to hear that the committee members are doing their part to control the outbreak. However, I do not see much protection for the athletes from all the preventive measures. More holistic plan should be suggested so that all athletes are in their best condition before competition.
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