The number of dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka this year has continued to increase, according to the National Dengue Control Unit.
The Unit stated that a total of 83,661 dengue cases have been recorded across the country so far this year. Meanwhile, 61 deaths have been reported due to dengue-related complications.
The highest number of dengue cases has been reported from the Gampaha District, with 17,779 cases, while the Colombo District recorded the second-highest number with 16,665 cases.
The Western Province remains the most affected province, accounting for 44,359 dengue cases reported so far this year. A total of 12,586 cases have been reported in the Southern Province.
Meanwhile, the National Dengue Control Unit has identified 175 high-risk areas requiring increased attention and preventive measures amid the continued spread of dengue across the island.
