The total number of dengue-related deaths reported in Sri Lanka so far this year has risen to 81, the National Dengue Control Unit has announced.
According to the latest data released by the unit, a total of 105,295 dengue cases have been reported across the country so far this year.
The Western Province has recorded the highest number of cases, with 54,783 patients, followed by the Southern Province with 14,954 cases.
Meanwhile, 10,549 cases have been reported from the Central Province and 8,629 from the Sabaragamuwa Province.
At district level, Gampaha and Colombo have reported the highest numbers of dengue cases, with 22,094 and 20,453 cases, respectively.
In addition, 8,398 cases have been reported from the Kandy District and 6,593 from the Kalutara District.
July recorded the highest number of dengue cases so far this year, with 29,964 cases reported during the month alone.
The latest figures also show that 4,575 cases have been reported so far in October.
In view of the prevailing rainy weather conditions, health authorities have urged the public to take necessary measures to prevent mosquito breeding by keeping their homes and surrounding environments clean.
