Of the deaths, two were reported in Dhaka
Authorities must undertake preventive measures without delay
Bangladesh cannot afford a repetition of such a deplorable management of a dengue outbreak.
At least four more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease
The government's approach to dealing with the ongoing dengue outbreak in the country seems rather apathetic.
Of the deaths, six were reported in the capital
Mohakhali dengue hospital shows the importance of proper medical facilities
Advancements in genetic engineering have led to the development of genetically modified mosquitoes that are resistant to dengue virus infection.
Authorities still failing to use effective measures to contain dengue.
Preventive measures must be taken immediately and rigorously
Authorities, residents should take measures to prevent a dengue wave post-Eid
The situation has further deteriorated in June with the onset of monsoon, which is the breeding season for Aedes mosquitoes.
Dengue fever and other severe dengue symptoms are the result of a viral illness spread by mosquito bites. Those infected with dengue often have a high temperature, headache, bodily pains, nausea, and rash. As the population of Aedes mosquitoes, which transmit the dengue virus, has surged in the early days of summer, medical professionals have warned that Bangladesh may have an even more severe outbreak of the disease in 2023 than in the previous years.
Heed experts’ advice to prevent another deadly outbreak
Lessons from past years must reflect in decisions by relevant authorities
