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.
Number of dengue patients decreasing: Health minister
Health Minister Zahid Maleque claims that the number of patients being infected with dengue fever is coming down across the country.
2,065 more dengue patients in 24hrs
Dengue cases are increasing across the country as around 2,065 more new patients are hospitalised with the mosquito-borne deadly virus in the last 24 hours till 8:00 am on Monday.
District hospitals short on dengue detection kits
Public health professionals in several districts have demanded an urgent supply of dengue detection kits as they are struggling to deal with a surge of patients due to the kit shortage.
Adult Aedes: Capital sees 14-fold rise compared to pre-monsoon
The adult female Aedes mosquito population in the capital is now around 14 times higher than it was in the pre-monsoon period, a government survey has found.
Dengue claims 5 more lives
The Central Police Hospital in Rajarbagh, which sees an average of 200 patients a day, has been without the NS1 kits needed for dengue detection since July 30.
Dengue: 1,870 more hospitalised in 24hrs
The number of dengue patients is increasing across the country as 1,870 more new people are hospitalised with the deadly-mosquito borne disease in 24 hours till 8:00 am.
Dengue cases keep surging
Dengue continues to spread with another 1,649 hospitalised in 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
Second Aedes variety behind rapid spread
With dengue cases rising fast even outside Dhaka, experts now fear that a second variety of Aedes mosquito is responsible for the rapid spread of the viral disease.
BAEC develops Aedes mosquito controlling method
Scientists of Atomic Energy Research Establishment under the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) have developed an effective method of controlling aedes mosquitoes which transmits dengue virus.
Get tested for dengue before leaving city
Eminent doctors have called upon city dwellers to remain extra-cautious while celebrating Eid-ul-Azha outside Dhaka, as they feared that the disease may spread in rural areas during the upcoming vacation.