dengue
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.
Will dengue be even more fatal this year?
Alarm over dengue outbreak must be taken seriously
A roadmap to effective dengue control
In the battle against dengue, Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture.
Dengue and its ramifications in student dormitories
Dengue fever generally peaks around the rainy season in Bangladesh. As such, highly populated areas face a greater risk of a dengue epidemic.
Rain brings fresh dengue concerns
So far, the country has already recorded 44 deaths and 3,651 hospitalisations from dengue this year. With ongoing intermittent rains, experts fear the situation could worsen if immediate actions are not taken.
Do mosquitoes prefer one blood type over others?
Mosquitoe-bites are a menace for everybody. Especially, during this season, due to the risk of dengue, chikungunya etc.
The Monsoon Guests: Plight we can’t seem to stop
The monsoon season comes with its aesthetics, its hassles in this bustling city, but most of all, its yearly guests, Mosquitoes. Our guests of the season seem to go through a rampaging period during this time. They get their invitation from places all over us. The water that is lodged in many places due to rain in this season, humidity and other external factors that creates favorable breeding conditions for mosquitoes to lay their eggs in and exponentially cause the growth in their numbers to insurmountable figures.
Dengue fever: 27 patients hospitalised in 24 hours
At least 27 dengue patients were hospitalised in different hospitals across the country in the last 24 hours till 8am today which is showing an alarming trend of rising dengue cases.
Fighting dengue with proper diet
Along with proper medication, the right food intake is essential in fighting dengue and ensuring quick recovery of patients. Through a balanced diet one can not only detoxify the body and improve the platelet count, but also prevent severe complications like gastrointestinal bleeding, dehydration, etc.
The fight against Dengue
Dengue is mainly caused by female mosquitoes of the species Aedes aegypti, which is easily recognised by the white bands on its legs and body. Aedes mosquitoes prefers to breed in clean, stagnant water. Cleaning them up would reduce their breeding grounds.
Dengue fear creeping in amid Covid
With the onset of monsoon in the country creating suitable breeding conditions for Aedes mosquito larvae, the month of June has so far accounted for 59.5 percent of the dengue cases recorded this year.
16 new dengue cases recorded in 24 hours
Sixteen new dengue cases were recorded in the country, mostly in Dhaka, in the 24 hours until this morning.
Take immediate steps to prevent dengue: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has asked the authorities concerned to take immediate steps to check mosquitoes, in order to prevent dengue across the country.
Dengue claims man’s life in Barishal
A dengue patient died while undergoing treatment at Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital in Barishal.
Dengue patient dies in Dhaka
An 11-year-old girl, who was diagnosed with dengue fever, dies at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH).