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.
Ibn Sina chairman, 3 others sued for wrong blood test report
A lawyer sues four people, including the chairman of the Ibn Sina group, for allegedly providing wrong report on a blood test to determine platelet level for the diagnosis of dengue fever.
HC wants to know when effective medicine for mosquito will arrive
Expressing dissatisfaction over ineffectiveness of medicine for mosquito control amid the outbreak of dengue fever in Dhaka and across the country, the High Court has wanted to know when effective medicine for eliminating mosquitoes will arrive in the country.
Suhrawardy hospital struggling with dengue patients
Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital in Dhaka is struggling to attend the patients with dengue infection due to its limited capacity.
2 diagnostic centres fined for charging extra fees to diagnosis dengue
The Directorate of National Consumer Right Protection (DNCRP) fines two diagnostic centres in Dhaka for charging extra fees for the medical tests to diagnose dengue, violating the rate fixed by the government.
2 die of dengue in Dhaka, Savar
Two persons today reportedly died of dengue fever in Dhaka and Savar.
PM for effective mosquito repellent to control dengue: Quader
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has asked the health minister and two mayors of Dhaka to take steps for use of effective mosquito repellent to control dengue fever, says Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader.
DU launches ‘cell counter’ for dengue diagnosis
The authorities of Dhaka University launches a 'cell counter centre' at the university's medical centre to diagnose dengue and count blood platelets.
Hospitals struggling
Last Sunday, when Shahjadi Akter’s five-year-old daughter began running a fever, she rushed the child to Dhaka Medical College Hospital from her Hosni Dalan house. Doctors there diagnosed her with dengue, but could not admit her due to a lack of beds.
10,528 infected with Dengue in 7 months: DGHS
Dengue takes a severe turn this year with a total of 10,528 people getting infected with the mosquito-borne disease so far.
2 university students die of dengue in Dhaka, Chattogram
Two university students reportedly die of dengue fever in Dhaka and Chattogram cities.