Health officials in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) have expressed alarm over persistent gaps in dengue data reporting, despite repeated requests to major tertiary care hospitals in the province. According to officials from the K-P health department, the lack of complete case-based data hampers effective disease surveillance and response efforts.
The issue was highlighted during a recent review meeting, where it was noted that hospitals are not consistently providing detailed information on dengue patients, including demographics, symptoms, and outcomes. This data is crucial for tracking outbreaks and allocating resources.
As of May 2026, the province has reported a significant number of dengue cases, with Peshawar being one of the most affected districts. The health department has urged all hospitals to comply with data-sharing protocols to improve public health management.
