Dengue Fever Claims Another Life Within a Day
In the recent 24 hours, 325 more patients were hospitalized with dengue fever in Bangladesh, bringing the total confirmed cases to 25,324 this year. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) provided the information about the cases and deaths.
Currently, 1,290 patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. The dengue cases and deaths were reported in various locations in Bangladesh, but specific details about the locations were not provided.
The DGHS reported new dengue cases in various divisions. In the Barishal Division, 70 cases were reported, followed by 38 in Chattogram Division, 49 in Dhaka Division, 41 in Dhaka North City Corporation, 48 in Dhaka South City Corporation, 29 in Khulna Division, 12 in Mymensingh Division, 34 in Rajshahi Division, and 4 in Rangpur Division.
On a more detailed level, the breakdown of new cases reported in a 24-hour period around mid-August 2023 according to DGHS data shows that Barishal Division (outside city corporation areas) had 29 cases, Chattogram Division (outside city corporation areas) had 23 cases, Dhaka Division (outside city corporation areas) had 25 cases, Dhaka North City Corporation had 18 cases, and Dhaka South City Corporation had 23 cases.
During the same period, one death from dengue was reported in Bangladesh, bringing the total fatalities to 104 this year. Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people in Bangladesh. The death occurred in the Dhaka South City Corporation area.
As of August 13, there have been 25,324 confirmed cases of dengue fever in Bangladesh this year. However, no information was given about the current status or future predictions regarding the dengue outbreak in Bangladesh.
The ongoing and widespread impact of dengue is evident in the hospital admissions around August 20, 2023. The figures demonstrate the ongoing impact of dengue across Bangladesh's divisions during mid-August 2023. Dhaka Division had 49 patients, Chattogram had 55 patients, Khulna had 26 patients, Rajshahi had 26 patients, Mymensingh had 15 patients, Barishal had 46 patients, and Sylhet had 2 patients.
This news serves as a reminder for the public to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of dengue fever, such as eliminating standing water around homes and using mosquito nets.
- The ongoing dengue outbreak in Bangladesh has brought attention to the importance of maintaining good health and wellness practices, including proper nutrition and mental health management, to support the immune system.
- While the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is intensifying efforts to control the spread of dengue, it is crucial for the public to also focus on managing chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart conditions, which may worsen with a weakened immune system due to dengue.
- In the midst of this health crisis, the use of CBD oil, known for its potential anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, could be considered by individuals experiencing symptoms related to dengue, as long as proper medical advice is sought first.
