CHENNAI: Dengue deaths in Tamil Nadu are inching closer to double digits this year, as the toll reached nine. The state also braces for heavier spells triggered by the ongoing northeast monsoon, one of the optimal conditions for mosquitoes to breed. Reviewing the monsoon preparedness at Perungudi and Sholinganallur zones on Monday, Minister for Health Ma Subramanian urged city residents to be cautious and seek immediate medical attention for even mild symptoms.

After the review meeting at Neelankarai, the minister told reporters that dengue cases have crossed 1,500 across the state, and most fatalities were reported among patients with pre-existing cardiac or co-morbid conditions.

"All nine deaths occurred either because patients had underlying illnesses or delayed consulting doctors af

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