Dengue Deaths Rise in Bangladesh: 3 More Lives Lost in Last 24 Hours
Bangladesh is facing a tough fight against dengue fever this year, with three more people losing their lives to the mosquito-borne disease in the past 24 hours up to Sunday morning. This brings the total dengue deaths in 2025 to a worrying 135 so far.
Health officials from the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) shared this update, as reported by United News of Bangladesh. The latest victims came from Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), Chattogram Division (outside city areas), and Mymensingh Division. It’s a stark reminder of how dengue outbreaks continue to hit hard in urban and rural spots alike.
In the same period, hospitals admitted 580 new patients showing symptoms of viral fever linked to dengue. That pushes the overall dengue cases in Bangladesh for 2025 to 34,411. Right now, 1,571 people are still receiving treatment in hospitals across the country.
Breaking down the new cases by region, DGHS data shows the highest numbers outside city corporations in Barishal Division with 128 cases, followed by 94 in Chattogram Division, 85 in Dhaka North City Corporation, another 85 in Dhaka Division (outside CC), 80 in Dhaka South City Corporation, 55 in Rajshahi (outside CC), 32 in Khulna Division (outside CC), 17 in Mymensingh (outside CC), three in Rangpur Division, and just one in Sylhet Division (outside CC). These figures highlight how dengue spreads quickly in densely populated areas and beyond.
For context, last year in 2024 was even deadlier, with 575 dengue deaths, 101,214 total cases, and 100,040 recoveries reported by DGHS. Looking at recent months, August alone saw 39 deaths and 10,496 new cases, while July had 41 deaths and 10,684 patients, according to Bangladesh daily New Age.
So, what exactly is dengue? It’s a viral infection spread by mosquitoes, especially in tropical and subtropical regions like Bangladesh, as explained by the World Health Organization (WHO). Most people who catch it don’t even show symptoms, but if they do, watch out for high fever, severe headaches, body aches, nausea, and a rash. Usually, folks recover in a week or two with rest and care, but severe dengue can land you in the hospital—and in rare cases, it can be fatal.
As dengue season peaks, experts urge everyone to stay vigilant. Simple steps like using mosquito repellents, clearing stagnant water to stop breeding, and seeking early medical help can make a big difference in controlling dengue outbreaks in Bangladesh. Stay safe and informed!
