New Delhi, June 19 -- Union health minister JP Nadda on Thursday held a high-level meeting to review dengue and malaria preparedness ahead of the monsoon season. "Emphasising the need for early preparedness and a proactive public health response to effectively manage dengue and malaria during the forthcoming monsoon and post-monsoon months, Union minister of health and family welfare JP Nadda today chaired a high-level review meeting with senior officials of the ministry of health," the health ministry said in a statement. During the meeting, Nadda reviewed the current disease situation across the country and emphasised the need for maintaining a high level of vigilance to effectively prevent and control mosquito-borne diseases. He stressed that coordinated efforts between the central government, states and Union Territories, local administrations and healthcare institutions are essential to minimise disease burden and ensure timely response to emerging public health challenges. "Awareness, early diagnosis, timely treatment and community participation remain the key pillars in the fight against dengue and malaria," Nadda said.He directed states to strengthen surveillance systems for early detection of cases and outbreaks. He underscored the importance of prompt reporting, active monitoring and rapid response mechanisms....