The Star·3 min read·medium
Dengue on the rise: Over 42,000 cases, 34 deaths reported so far this year, says Health Ministry
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Malaysia's Health Ministry reports a significant 34.8% increase in dengue fever cases compared to last year, with 42,848 cases and 34 deaths recorded. The surge is attributed to cyclical epidemiological patterns, environmental factors, and rapid urbanization.
PUTRAJAYA: The number of dengue cases recorded nationwide this year rose 34.8% to 42,848 as of Thursday (July 9), compared with 31,790 cases recorded during the same period last year.
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