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.
Dengue claims 4 more lives across country
Four more people have died of dengue, a mosquito-borne disease, in Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna and Faridpur districts.
Stay alert, keep surroundings clean to prevent dengue: PM
Terming the dengue outbreak a big problem, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urges the people of the country to remain aware about the mosquito-borne disease and keep their houses and surroundings clean to check the breeding of aedes mosquitoes.
2 including college student die of dengue in Faridpur
Two persons including a college student die of dengue fever while being treated at Faridpur Medical College Hospital (FMCH) today.
1,719 dengue patients hospitalised in 24hrs
At least 1,719 patients infected with dengue are admitted to hospitals in the last 24 hours across the country, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
3 including physician die of dengue in Dhaka
Three more persons including a physician have died after being infected with mosquito-borne disease at different hospitals in Dhaka.
Dengue Outbreak: Little time for other patients
Sharna Akhtar, 18, who had swallowed poison, was in a critical stage when she was brought to the Mugda General Hospital last week.
Dengue: All you need to know
As dengue fever is turning into a severe health crisis across the country, it is important that you know about the disease, how it spreads, and what you should do to minimise the risk of the disease.
Eid leave of health service dept employees cancelled
As per directives of Minister of Health and Family Welfare Zahid Malik, all officials and employees of the health service division and directorates/organisations under the ministry have been asked to remain at their work stations from August 9 to 17 to strengthen and integrate ongoing activities to combat the dengue situation.
2,348 more dengue patients in 24hrs
Dengue cases are increasing across the country as around 2,348 more new patients were hospitalised with the mosquito-borne deadly virus in the last 24 hours till 8:00 am today.
Destroy breeding grounds of Aedes: Kolkata deputy mayor
Kolkata Deputy Mayor Atin Ghosh suggests the Dhaka north city mayor to put importance in destroying the breeding grounds of Aedes mosquito instead of using insecticides to this end.