36% increase in dengue fever cases in Malaysia, with 4 deaths in the 16th Epidemiological Week.

Malaysia sees a 36% increase in dengue fever cases to 2,321 in the 16th Epidemiological Week (April 14-20), up from 1,698 cases in the previous week. This has led to 4 deaths, bringing the total to 39 for this year, higher than the 22 reported for the same period in 2022. Health Director-General urges the public to prevent dengue by keeping environments free from mosquito breeding grounds.

April 29, 2024
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