The Department of Zoology at Kohat University arranged a seminar on Friday to create awareness among academics and students regarding the biological control of dengue virus. Dr Nafeesa Tahir of Kohat Medical College and Dr Sami Siraj of Khyber Medical University Peshawar, briefed the audience on dengue virus and fever, while Dr Ijaz Ali from the Institute of Biotechnology explained the ways to control the virus.
Kohat University Faculty of Biological Sciences Dean Professor Dr Shafique-ur-Rehman said that it is the responsibility of the doctors and medical students to help in controlling the spread of dengue virus which is possible through taking preventive measures.