The country recorded 41 new dengue cases in the 24 hours till Tuesday morning, pushing the total number of reported cases this year to 2,148, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Of the newly reported cases, 15 were from areas under Barishal Division (outside the city corporation areas), 12 from Chattogram Division (outside city corporation areas), two from Dhaka Division (outside city corporation areas), and one from Rangpur Division (outside city corporation areas). Within Dhaka city, one new case was reported under Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC), while Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) recorded 10 cases during the same period. Dengue catastrophe looms as Dhaka battles worst mosquito menace So far, 16 people have died from dengue-related complications this year, the DGHS said. Currently, 112 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people and there were 101,214 dengue cases, also 100,040 recoveries in the same year.

Dengue claimed another life and hospitalised 10 more people across the country in the 24 hours till Saturday morning, raising the year’s death toll to 14 and total cases to 1,902, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The latest fatality was reported from the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), the DGHS said in its regular update. Of the 10 new cases, five were reported from outside city corporation areas in Barishal Division, three from Dhaka North City Corporation, one from DSCC, and one from a non-city area in Khulna Division. Dengue: 13 more dengue cases reported in 24hrs Currently, 62 dengue patients are receiving treatment at different hospitals across the country. Last year, the country witnessed a severe dengue outbreak that resulted in 575 deaths and 101,214 reported cases. A total of 100,040 patients recovered during the period.

Thirteen more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Thursday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,890 this year. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), new cases were reported as follows, two in Dhaka Division (out of city corporation) and 11 in Barishal Division (out of city corporation). Dengue: 2 more dengue cases reported in 24hrs The number of deaths remained at 13, with no new fatalities reported during this period. Currently, 55 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people and there were 101,214 dengue cases, also 100,040 recoveries in the same year.

Eleven new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Thursday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,862 this year. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), new cases were reported as follows: two in Barishal Division (Out of CC), two in Dhaka Division (Out of CC), two in Dhaka South City Corporation, two in Dhaka North City Corporation, two in Khulna Division (Out of CC) and one in Mymensingh Division (Out of CC). Every family could face a cancer case by 2030 without greater awareness, experts warn The number of deaths remained at 13, with no new fatalities reported during this period, the DGHS added. Currently, 74 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Doctors demand amendment to Tobacco Control Law Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people. According to the DGHS, there were 101,214 dengue cases and 100,040 recoveries in the same year.

Twenty-two more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Sunday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,845 this year. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), new cases were reported as follows: five in Barishal Division (Out of CC), twelve in Chattogram Division (Out of CC), and five in Dhaka South City Corporation. Nationwide Vitamin A campaign starts Saturday The number of deaths remained at 13, with no new fatalities reported during this period, the DGHS added. Currently, 102 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Seminar highlights importance of proper iftar and sehri Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people. According to the DGHS, there were 101,214 dengue cases and 100,040 recoveries in the same year.

Dhaka's mosquito infestation has reached an alarming level, sparking fears of the worst dengue outbreak in years as the monsoon season approaches, despite a hefty Tk 200 crore allocation for mosquito control. Experts warn that the absence of a year-round strategy is exacerbating the crisis, making a swift resolution unlikely. Daily Life Under Siege From homes and offices to schools and mosques, mosquitoes have infiltrated every corner of the capital. The situation is particularly unbearable during Ramadan, disrupting Iftar and Sehri for millions. Shafiqul Islam, a resident of Bashundhara, shared his ordeal: “Mosquitoes swarm before dusk and persist all night. Despite trying various repellents, we can’t escape them. We shut our doors and windows early, yet even the tiniest gap allows them in.” Previously, ward councillors oversaw mosquito control efforts and waste management. However, following the ouster of the then government on August 5, they have gone into hiding. Residents claim this has left a governance vacuum, with an administrative cadre officer now overseeing multiple wards, limiting on-ground monitoring. Low-Lying Areas Hit Hardest Jahangirnagar University: Students struggle as mosquitoes take over The worst-affected areas include Uttara, Dakkhinkhan, Bashundhara, Mirpur, Kamrangirchar, Aminbazar, Mohammadpur, Bosila, Shanir Akhra and Dholaipar. Stagnant water in drains, ponds, and canals has created the perfect breeding ground for Culex mosquitoes. Moinuddin, a resident of Rampura, voiced his frustration: “Every year, mosquitoes make life miserable, but this time, it’s worse. We pay taxes, yet mosquito control services remain ineffective.” Budget Allocation vs. Reality For the 2024-25 fiscal year, the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has allocated Tk 111 crore for mosquito control, with a similar budget from Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). However, many residents argue that the situation is deteriorating rather than improving. They stress the need for year-round interventions, including efficient spraying and enhanced waste management, to curb mosquito breeding. Experts Raise the Alarm Dr. Kabirul Bashar, a zoology professor at Jahangirnagar University, warned that the current mosquito surge had been predicted in a January study. “Our research anticipated a spike in mosquito numbers in February and March, and the evidence is now clear. If mosquito control was maintained throughout the year, the infestation wouldn’t have reached this level,” he said. Dhaka’s mosquito menace spirals out of control; frustration mounts Dr. Bashar revealed alarming figures: mosquito larvae density has soared from 12-17 per dip last year to over 87 this year. Similarly, the density of flying mosquitoes per person per hour has jumped from 25 to over 300. City Corporations’ Response DNCC CEO Abu Sayeed Md. Kamruzzaman insisted that efforts are underway, with regional officials directed to spray pesticides regularly. However, he emphasised that public cooperation is crucial in eliminating breeding grounds. Brigadier General Imrul Kayes Chowdhury, DNCC’s Chief Health Officer, pointed out that mosquito control requires more than just pesticide spraying. “Stagnant water in drains, ponds, sewers, and canals is a major contributor to the rising mosquito population,” he noted. He added that technical teams and task forces have been formed to assess pesticide effectiveness and recommend improvements. DSCC CEO Dr. Md. Zillur Rahman stated, “We are consistently spraying repellents in all wards. With mosquito numbers peaking during monsoon, we are intensifying proactive measures.” Dr. Nishat Parveen, DSCC’s Chief Health Officer, reiterated that pre-monsoon efforts are being ramped up to contain mosquito infestations. Time for Decisive Action Adviser Hassan Ariff calls for expert involvement in mosquito control Dhaka is at a breaking point. Experts caution that piecemeal solutions are no longer sufficient. Unless authorities implement advanced mosquito control strategies and deploy potent pesticides, a severe public health disaster is imminent. With dengue season fast approaching, only immediate, well-coordinated action can prevent the crisis from spiralling out of control.

Eight new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Sunday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,554 this year. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), new cases were reported as follows: three in Khulna Division (Out of CC), two in Chattogram Division (Out of CC), two in Dhaka North City Corporation and one in Dhaka Division (Out of CC). Every family could face a cancer case by 2030 without greater awareness, experts warn The number of deaths remained at 13, with no new fatalities reported during this period, the DGHS added. Currently, 65 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people. Edible oil in drums poses a threat to public health: PROGGA According to the DGHS, there were 101,214 dengue cases and 100,040 recoveries in the same year.

Six more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Saturday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,385 this year. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), one new case was reported in Dhaka South City Corporation, while the remaining cases were in the Chattogram Division (outside the city corporation). The number of deaths remained at 12, with no new fatalities reported during this period, the DGHS added. Currently, 90 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people. According to the DGHS, there were 101,214 dengue cases and 100,040 recoveries in the same year.

Dhaka, the overcrowded capital city of Bangladesh, has ranked the first on the list of cities with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 392 at 9am this morning (February 10, 2025). Today’s air was classified as 'hazardous', referring to an alarming health risk to residents, according to the AQI index. Though Sunday’s air quality was marked as very unhealthy with an AQI score of 201, the air worsened on Monday marking ‘hazardous.’ When the AQI value for particle pollution is between 50 and 100, air quality is considered ‘moderate’, usually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion, between 101 and 150, air quality is considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’, between 150 and 200 is ‘unhealthy’, between 201 and 300 is said to be 'very unhealthy', while a reading of 301+ is considered 'hazardous', posing serious health risks to residents. India’s Delhi, Pakistan’s Lahore and Vietnam’s Hanoi cities respectively occupied the second, third and fourth spots on the list, with AQI scores of 261, 258 and 187 respectively. Dhaka's air quality 2nd worst in the world this morning The AQI, an index for reporting daily air quality, informs people how clean or polluted the air of a certain city is and what associated health effects might be a concern for them. The AQI in Bangladesh is based on five pollutants: particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), NO2, CO, SO2, and ozone. Dhaka has long been grappling with air pollution issues. Its air quality usually turns unhealthy in winter and improves during the monsoon. As per World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, mainly due to increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and acute respiratory infections.

Thirty-seven more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Sunday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,295 this year. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), three of the new cases were reported in Dhaka South City Corporation, while five were hospitalised in Dhaka North City Corporation. The number of deaths remained at 11, with no new fatalities reported during this period, the DGHS added. Antimicrobial Resistance in Bangladesh: Growing Threat and Urgent Solutions Currently, 91 dengue patients are receiving treatment in hospitals across the country. Last year, dengue claimed the lives of 575 people. According to the DGHS, there were 101,214 dengue cases and 100,040 recoveries in the same year. Every family could face a cancer case by 2030 without greater awareness, experts warn