APP: In Punjab, 178 new cases of dengue were reported, bringing the total confirmed cases for the year to 5,895. Lahore has the highest number of cases at 2,316, followed by Rawalpindi with 1,673, Multan with 661, Gujranwala with 303, and Faisalabad with 260 cases. The situation remains serious, with additional cases reported in various cities, and currently, 139 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across Punjab, with 60 in Lahore. The Secretary of Health Punjab, Ali Jaan Khan, emphasized the importance of maintaining clean and dry surroundings as a preventive measure. A free helpline at 1033 is available for dengue treatment information and complaints.