Dengue cases continue to rise in Tangail, with 40 new infections reported in the 24 hours until on Tuesday afternoon, taking the district’s total caseload to 2,028 since January.
According to the district health department, 1,628 patients have been diagnosed at government hospitals and 400 at private hospitals. Of the total patients, 1,894 have recovered, while 131 remain under treatment. Three people have died of dengue in the district.
Among the newly infected patients, 18 were admitted to Tangail Medical College Hospital, four to Tangail General Hospital, 11 to Kumudini Hospital in Mirzapur, five in Delduar, and one each in Nagarpur and Madhupur.
Civil surgeon’s office data show that 98 dengue cases were recorded between January and June. Infections began rising in July, when 123 cases were reported, followed by 329 in August and 933 in September. The district recorded 545 cases through October 13.
Dr Khandaker Sadequr Rahman, superintendent of Tangail General Hospital, said patients should seek medical advice without panicking. Most can receive treatment at home under a doctor’s guidance, he said, adding that avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions would help ensure quality care for those who need it.