Dengue Deaths in Bangladesh Top 400 as Outbreak Worsens

DHAKA, Nov 17 (Reuters) — Bangladesh is facing its worst dengue outbreak in years, with over 400 deaths as the disease spreads rapidly. The rise in infections is linked to higher temperatures and a longer monsoon season, which have created ideal conditions for mosquitoes.

Hospitals, especially in cities, are overwhelmed with patients, making it difficult to handle the large number of cases. Health experts are warning that the situation could get worse in the coming weeks.

Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne illness, has been a recurring problem in Bangladesh, but this year’s outbreak is one of the deadliest in recent years. The government is urging people to take precautions to prevent mosquito breeding and is working to control the spread of the disease.