Kathmandu, April 20. The Ministry of Health has launched a nationwide awareness campaign amid growing dengue risk across the country. Over 150 dengue patients have been identified so far this year.

Health Secretary Dr. Rajesh Dhakal informed, "We are strengthening dengue detection capacity across all health facilities. This campaign will also include targeted mosquito control programs in high-risk areas."

Main symptoms of dengue include high fever, body aches, loss of appetite and skin rashes.