2023-10-05 02:05:00
Bangladesh Faces Deadliest Outbreak of Dengue Fever with Over 1,000 Deaths
Bangladesh is currently grappling with its most severe outbreak of dengue fever to date, with a staggering death toll of 1,046 since the beginning of 2023. According to foreign news agencies, the number of deaths from dengue fever in Bangladesh has risen to at least 1,046 as of October 4, 2023, with an additional 16 deaths recorded in the previous 24 hours. Simultaneously, there have been an additional 2,564 patients admitted to the hospital during the same period.
This year has been marked by an unprecedented surge in dengue cases, making it the deadliest outbreak since records began in 2000. The Health Services Administration (DGHS) stated that between July 1 and October 4, 2023, authorities recorded 1,046 deaths from dengue, compared to only 281 deaths in the previous year.
The total number of patients has now reached a staggering 214,247, with 203,917 already discharged from hospitals. However, 9,284 patients still require treatment, including 2,945 in Dhaka, and a further 6,339 in hospitals outside the capital. The month-on-month record for dengue infections continues to be broken, with 71,976 cases and 342 deaths in August alone. In September, an additional 79,598 cases and 366 deaths were reported, while in just the first four days of October, 56 deaths have already been recorded.
Experts attribute the intensity of the outbreak to a stronger strain of dengue, which has afflicted all 64 districts in the country. Doctors have observed that patients’ symptoms have been deteriorating at a faster pace compared to the past two years. The warmer weather and increased humidity during the monsoon season also create a more conducive environment for dengue-carrying mosquitoes to breed in waterways, thus making outbreaks more common in Bangladesh.
The unexpected severity of the outbreak has overwhelmed hospitals across the nation. In Dhaka, hundreds of dengue-infected individuals are anxiously awaiting treatment. Unfortunately, there is a shortage of intravenous solution, a critical component in the treatment of dengue patients, as it helps combat dehydration.
Authorities are implementing various measures to control and mitigate the outbreak, including fumigation campaigns and public awareness programs. Efforts are also underway to enhance the capacity of healthcare facilities to accommodate the growing number of patients.
The government along with international health organizations are working together to combat this crisis and bring relief to those affected. Swift action, increased resources, and collaborative efforts will be crucial in combating the deadliest outbreak of dengue fever that Bangladesh has ever faced.]
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