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Bangladesh dengue deaths cross 1,000 in worst outbreak on record.

Bangladesh Dengue Deaths Cross 1,000 in Worst Outbreak on Record

DHAKA, Bangladesh – More than 1,000 people have died of dengue fever in Bangladesh this year, making it the country’s worst recorded outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease.

The death toll surpassed 1,000 on Sunday, according to the Directorate General of Health Services. The agency also reported that there have been nearly 209,000 confirmed cases of dengue in Bangladesh so far this year.

The outbreak has been particularly severe in Dhaka, the capital, and in other densely populated areas. Hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of patients, and many people have been forced to seek treatment at private hospitals, which can be expensive.

Dengue is a viral infection that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can cause a variety of symptoms, including fever, headache, muscle pain, and rash. In severe cases, dengue can lead to bleeding, shock, and death.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that dengue is becoming an increasingly serious problem around the world, due in part to climate change. Climate change is creating warmer and more humid conditions, which are ideal for the breeding of mosquitoes.

The Bangladesh government has taken a number of steps to try to control the dengue outbreak, including launching awareness campaigns and spraying for mosquitoes. However, experts say that more needs to be done to address the root causes of the outbreak, such as poverty and overcrowding.

additional details about the dengue outbreak in Bangladesh:

  • The outbreak began in May 2023 and has peaked in recent weeks.
  • The majority of cases have been reported among children and young adults.
  • The outbreak has been particularly severe in Dhaka, the capital, and in other densely populated areas.
  • Hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of patients, and many people have been forced to seek treatment at private hospitals, which can be expensive.
  • The government has taken a number of steps to try to control the outbreak, but experts say that more needs to be done to address the root causes of the outbreak, such as poverty and overcrowding.

The WHO has issued the following recommendations for preventing dengue:

  • Remove standing water from around your home, as this is where mosquitoes breed.
  • Use mosquito nets when sleeping.
  • Wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors.
  • Use insect repellent.

If you think you may have dengue, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.