Though on the decline, monsoon-related ailments are still prevalent as per reports, and BMC advisories and medical professionals have asked citizens to stay safe. A separate advisory has also been issued following the rise in cases of conjunctivitis among children.

“After an increase in monsoon-related ailments in June and July, the figures for several diseases have shown a downward trend in the first week of this month. But cases are still around and citizens should stay safe. Between August 1 and 7, there were 226 cases of malaria, 75 cases of leptospirosis, 157 cases of dengue, 203 cases of gastroenteritis, six cases of hepatitis, nine cases of chikungunya and 56 cases of H1N1,” according to data released by the BMC’s health department.