Dengue cases reach 27,900 with 16 deaths this year
Posted on June 29th, 2025

Courtesy Daily Mirror

Colombo, June 29 (Daily Mirror) – The Ministry of Health reported that some 27,932 Dengue cases and 16 deaths were recorded so far this year. The Western Province accounts for 45% of all cases with the Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, and Southern provinces also identified as high-risk zones.

Health authorities have confirmed that several child fatalities have occurred due to the disease.

To combat the spread of Dengue and Chickungunya, the Health Ministry will launch a mosquito control week from June 30 to July 6. Dr. Asela Gunawardena, Director General of Health Services, stated that the programme will target 16 districts, focusing on reducing mosquito density amid increased rainfall from the Southwest monsoon.

The initiative aims to curb further outbreaks as Dengue infections continue to rise in hotspot regions.

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