dengue

Dengue on the rise: How you can stay safe

Dengue fever is once again making a strong comeback in Bangladesh. In just the first half of the year, more than ten thousand people have been hospitalised, and forty-two deaths have already been confirmed.

Triple viral threat / Act now or hospitals may get overrun: experts

Health experts and officials said the next two to three months will be crucial

Dhaka’s darling dengue diaries

While other countries boast cherry blossoms and beach holidays, we get a yearly VIP visit from the Aedes mosquito.

Integrated Aedes management could help Bangladesh fight dengue

Bangladesh still finds itself dealing with the crisis as lives continue to be cut tragically short.

Dengue crisis: How many lives must be lost before action is taken?

Dengue and mosquito-borne diseases in Bangladesh, much like floods or cyclones,  are an issue that is not going anywhere.

Dengue danger not over yet

As rain and thunderstorms are expected in various parts of the country over the next few days, experts warn that the dengue season could extend further this year.

Battling dengue: Simple steps to stay safe during the outbreak

Here are a few ways to stay safe from dengue. While most people know these precautions, a timely reminder never hurts anyone.

Rain to raise dengue risk

The country is already grappling with a rise in deadly dengue cases, and the ongoing rainy weather has stirred up fears of further deterioration of the situation.

Dengue spikes as anti-Aedes efforts fall short

Mujahidul Islam Shamim, a resident of Monipur, has been undergoing treatment at the dengue ward of Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital from September 15.

October 25, 2023
October 25, 2023

How did Bangladesh end up with its deadliest dengue outbreak?

The government's approach to dealing with the ongoing dengue outbreak in the country seems rather apathetic.

September 24, 2023
September 24, 2023

Dengue prevention: What people and the government should do

Bangladesh’s dengue situation is critical, with one of the highest mortality rates in the world and the worst outbreak in history. This outbreak stems from the abundance of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and the presence of the virus in human populations.

September 12, 2023
September 12, 2023

Innovative approaches to preventing dengue

Advancements in genetic engineering have led to the development of genetically modified mosquitoes that are resistant to dengue virus infection.

August 31, 2023
August 31, 2023

World Bank gives $200m for healthcare services, dengue prevention in Bangladesh

The World Bank has approved a $200 million loan to help improve primary healthcare services and prevent mosquito-borne diseases like dengue in Bangladesh.

August 28, 2023
August 28, 2023

Dengue Outbreak: August cases surpass all of 2022

With four days shy of the month-end, August has seen a higher number of dengue cases than all of last year.

August 12, 2023
August 12, 2023

WHO urges swift action as dengue cases surge in Bangladesh

A significant surge in dengue fever cases has gripped Bangladesh, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) reported on Friday, calling for efforts to control the mosquito vector population and minimise individual exposure such as using mosquito repellents and wearing long-sleeved clothes

August 10, 2023
August 10, 2023

Fight for survival amid ICU crisis

Rafia, a 14-year-old girl battling dengue, finds herself caught in a distressing predicament within the healthcare system of Dhaka.

August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023

Rise In Dengue Patients: DMCH faces acute shortage of beds

Twenty-year-old Mohammad Sakib was admitted to Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Sunday as he was experiencing severe weakness -- a dengue symptom that is considered a “warning sign”.

July 30, 2023
July 30, 2023

Least concern for the most vulnerable

Street children have zero protection from dengue

July 23, 2023
July 23, 2023

A nation off-guard: Why is dengue still a non-issue?

Can we respond to a public health crisis with the same urgency as the crisis over our electoral future?