Bangladesh dengue fever surge strains hospitals as case numbers pass 42,000

Bangladesh is experiencing an accelerating dengue fever outbreak, with 42,590 hospitalizations and 117 deaths recorded this year, as a sharp September surge strains hospitals. The past 24 hours saw a record 1,558 admissions and four deaths. Health experts warn that September could surpass August as the worst month for infections, with Professor Kabirul Bashar stating, "The peak has not been reached yet." The outbreak is exacerbated by the spread of Aedes mosquitoes beyond major cities, with cases reported in all 64 districts. The government has intensified prevention efforts, including nationwide cleanup and awareness campaigns, but experts emphasize the need for targeted interventions against breeding sites, as "Fogging alone cannot control dengue if breeding sites remain untouched."