Bangladesh Dengue Deaths Surpass 200 as September Cases Surge
Health authorities report a sharp rise in dengue fatalities this month, while a separate measles-like illness has now killed 1,076 people since mid-March.
Bangladesh's dengue death toll has surpassed 200 as fatalities surged in September, according to a report from Anadolu Agency citing the country's health authorities.
The report notes a marked increase in deaths this month compared to earlier in the outbreak, though it does not specify the exact monthly breakdown of cases and fatalities.
Separate Measles-Like Outbreak
Health authorities also reported 11 additional child deaths from an illness presenting measles-like symptoms, bringing the total toll from that outbreak to 1,076 since mid-March.
The report does not specify whether the two outbreaks are related or provide additional clinical detail distinguishing the measles-like illness from confirmed measles cases.
Bangladeshi health officials have not detailed specific public health measures being taken in response to either outbreak in the available source material.
Sources
- Bangladesh dengue death toll tops 200 as September fatalities surge — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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