The number of reported dengue cases in the United States for the year 2024 rose alarmingly by 359% compared to the annual average for the years 2010 to 2023, according to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on May 14. Dengue, a disease transmitted by mosquitoes, can lead to…
Recent data show an alarming surge in hospital admissions and fatalities owing to dengue fever, necessitating immediate government intervention to control the epidemic. Official figures from September 26 reveal an additional three fatalities and record 829 patients admitted to hospitals for treatment. In August, reported dengue incidences spanned 47 districts, with Dhaka recording the most…