Dengue Fever Cases in Malaysia Decrease, Health Ministry Calls for Vigilance

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The number of dengue fever cases in Malaysia has declined to 1,765 in the 35th Epidemiological Week, marking a decrease from the previous week's 1,980 cases. Although the cumulative number of dengue fever cases reported up to the current week is 96,572, a significant increase from the same period in 2023, the Health Ministry remains concerned due to the ongoing risk of transmission during school and public holidays. With four deaths reported from dengue fever complications and 64 hotspot localities identified, the ministry is urging the community to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.

Key Takeaways:

  • The number of dengue fever cases in Malaysia decreased to 1,765 in the 35th Epidemiological Week, down from 1,980 cases in the previous week.
  • Four deaths from dengue fever complications were reported during the week.
  • The cumulative number of dengue fever cases reported up to the 35th Epidemiological Week is 96,572, a significant increase from the same period in 2023.
  • There were 88 deaths due to dengue fever complications compared to 57 fatalities in the same period last year.
  • 64 hotspot localities were reported, down from 85 in the previous week, with the majority in Selangor.
  • Two chikungunya cases were reported, bringing the cumulative total to 70 cases.
  • No Zika virus was detected through surveillance of 1,834 blood samples, eight urine samples, and three cerebrospinal fluid samples.
  • The Health Ministry is urging the community to prevent containers from collecting water around premises, which could serve as breeding grounds for Aedes mosquitoes.

Statistics:

  • 1,765 dengue fever cases were reported in the 35th Epidemiological Week.
  • 96,572 dengue fever cases were reported up to the 35th Epidemiological Week.
  • 4 deaths from dengue fever complications were reported during the week.
  • 88 deaths due to dengue fever complications were reported in the same period last year.
  • 64 hotspot localities were reported, with 45 in Selangor and 7 in the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.
  • 70 cumulative cases of chikungunya have been reported.
  • 1,834 blood samples, 8 urine samples, and 3 cerebrospinal fluid samples were screened for Zika virus, all with negative results.

Sources:

  • (BERNAMA News Agency) - "Dengue cases fall, but Ministry warns of holiday risks" (published date not specified)