The DGHS report, which was released on July 25, 2023, also stated that there have been a total of 37,688 dengue fever cases in Bangladesh since January. Of these cases, 29,560 patients have been discharged after receiving treatment.

The DGHS has attributed the sharp increase in dengue cases to the ongoing monsoon season, which has created ideal conditions for mosquito breeding. The agency has also warned that the number of dengue cases is likely to increase in the coming weeks.

To combat the escalating number of dengue cases, Bangladeshi health authorities have ramped up efforts to prevent mosquito breeding and carry out anti-larval operations. These measures aim to curb the spread of the disease and protect public health in the South Asian country.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne illness that is caused by the dengue virus. The virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. There are four different strains of the dengue virus, and infection with one strain does not provide immunity to the others. This means that it is possible to get dengue multiple times.

Dengue is a major public health problem in many tropical and subtropical countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that there are 390 million dengue infections worldwide each year. Of these, about 96 million people develop symptoms, and about 40,000 people die.

The symptoms of dengue fever typically begin 4-7 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. The most common symptoms are fever, headache, muscle pain, joint pain, and rash. In some cases, dengue can be more serious and lead to dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) or dengue shock syndrome (DSS). DHF and DSS are life-threatening complications of dengue.

There is no specific treatment for dengue. Treatment is supportive and includes rest, fluids, and pain medication. In some cases, hospitalization may be necessary. (ILKHA)