In a concerning development, the number of dengue fever cases in Bangladesh has seen a continuous rise, accompanied by six recent fatalities, as reported by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
According to the latest data, Bangladesh recorded 836 new infections in the past 24 hours, marking the highest single-day increase this year.
These statistics have pushed the total number of dengue cases to 12,954 in the country thus far, as confirmed by the DGHS.
Notably, the capital city of Dhaka alone witnessed 516 new dengue diagnoses on Sunday, based on figures released by the DGHS under the Health Ministry.
The death toll for this year has now reached 73, with 26 deaths reported in July, 34 in June, two in May, two in April, three in February, and six in January, according to the DGHS.
The escalating numbers are a cause for concern, especially with 4,976 new dengue cases already recorded in July following the 5,956 infections reported in June.
Moreover, a significant number of 10,131 dengue patients have been discharged after receiving treatment from various hospitals across the country from January 1 to July 9 this year.
This surge in fresh infections highlights the rapid spread of this mosquito-borne disease, particularly in the capital city.
Bangladesh, being a high-risk nation prone to mosquito-borne diseases, typically experiences a surge in dengue fever cases during the monsoon period from June to September.
Efforts to tackle this alarming situation and prevent further spread of the disease are underway, with authorities focusing on public awareness campaigns and implementing effective mosquito control measures.
The health sector remains vigilant in providing necessary medical care to those affected, while urging the general public to take precautionary measures such as using mosquito repellents and eliminating potential breeding sites to minimize the risk of dengue transmission.
As the monsoon season continues, authorities are closely monitoring the situation and working towards curbing the spread of dengue fever in Bangladesh. (Edited)