Dhaka, Bangladesh – The death toll from dengue in Bangladesh has risen to 224 this year, with four more fatalities reported in the first 24 hours of Thursday. The annual count now sits at 52,885 confirmed cases and 2,452 patients being treated across the country’s hospitals.
New deaths and hospital admissions
In the past day, 781 more people were admitted to hospitals with a viral fever, bringing the total number of dengue cases for 2025 to 52,885, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Reports came from Dhaka South City Corporation and Dhaka North City Corporation, where the bulk of new cases is concentrated. With 2,452 patients in treatment nationwide, health officials stress that early recognition and care are vital to reducing fatalities.
What the numbers mean
The DGHS says that while dengue infections are higher now than last year, the death rate per infection is lower. DGHS Director General Abu Jafor highlighted that over 50 % of dengue deaths in hospitals occur on the very first day of admission, indicating that many patients seek help only when the disease has progressed.
Why the difference matters
Jafor urged the public to keep mosquito breeding sites at bay and use nets and other protective measures. “The orchestra of prevention starts with you,” he told reporters at the Health Ministry’s “Typhoid Vaccination Campaign-2025.” “Neglect makes it hard to curb dengue,” he added. He also warned that lack of awareness and delayed medical attention are key reasons for rising death rates.
A brief primer on dengue
Dengue is a mosquito‑borne viral infection that thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, especially in urban and semi‑urban settings. The virus has no specific cure, so early diagnosis and proper medical care are the best ways to stay alive and reduce complications. The World Health Organization emphasizes that controlling mosquito vectors is the most effective prevention strategy.
Looking ahead
In 2024, Bangladesh recorded 101,214 dengue cases, 100,040 recoveries, and 575 deaths. By 2025, the disease shows a higher case load but a comparatively lower fatality rate, thanks to improved early detection, better hospital management, and growing public awareness. Health authorities will continue to push for preventive actions and swift treatment to keep the numbers down.
Source: ianslive
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