Dengue cases in Malaysia rise nearly 30pc in H1 2026, MoH says outbreak remains under control
Malaysia has reported a 30% increase in dengue cases and a significant rise in deaths during the first half of 2026. The Health Ministry maintains the outbreak is under control and attributes the surge to climate conditions and urban development.
Malay Mail KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 — Dengue-related deaths in Malaysia have risen by 66.7 per cent this year as infections climbed nearly 30 per cent, although the Health Ministry (MoH) said the outbreak remains under control and follows the country’s usual transmission pattern.
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