2 more deaths from dengue in 24 hours, 672 admitted to hospitals

Dengue infections continue to persist in the country. In the last 24 hours, two more people have died from this Aedes mosquito-borne disease. During the same period, 672 new dengue patients were admitted to hospitals.

This information was shared in a regular dengue-related press release from the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on Sunday (9 August).

61 deaths in one year

With the death of two new individuals, the number of dengue fatalities in the country has risen to 61 in 2024. During the same period this year, a total of 19,345 people have sought treatment in various hospitals due to dengue.

According to DGHS data, 61.5 percent of those infected are male and 38.5 percent are female. So far, approximately 17,844 people have recovered and been discharged from hospitals.

Highest number of new patients in Khulna

The highest number of new admissions in the last 24 hours was in Khulna division—140 people.

Additionally, 110 people were admitted to Dhaka North City Corporation, 91 to Dhaka South City Corporation, 88 in Chittagong division, and 84 in Barishal division.

New patients were admitted to hospitals in areas outside the City Corporation in Dhaka division (66), Rajshahi (57), Mymensingh (27), Rangpur (5), and Sylhet (4).

Caution needed to control infection

The risk of dengue increases as the spread of Aedes mosquitoes rises during the monsoon season. Therefore, authorities are emphasizing the importance of quickly removing stagnant water from homes and surrounding areas, as well as destroying mosquito breeding sites.

If symptoms such as fever, body aches, headache, pain behind the eyes, or other symptoms appear, it is essential to consult a doctor without negligence. The severity of dengue can vary from person to person and over time.

The latest statistics from the DGHS show that dengue infections in the country remain at a significant level this year. Consequently, personal precautions are as important as mosquito control.

Source: Directorate General of Health Services and various news reports