How many dengue cases were recorded in Sibu Division this year?

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Sibu Division Recorded 68 Dengue Cases in First Half of 2024

Sibu Division recorded a total of 68 dengue cases between January 1 and June 30 of this year. This figure represents a significant 134.5 per cent increase compared to the 29 cases reported during the same period in the previous year. The majority of these cases, 50 in total, were concentrated within Sibu District itself, with Selangau reporting 12 cases and Kanowit six.
Dengue Cases by District

Within Sibu Division, Sibu District accounted for the largest number of dengue cases, with 50 recorded from January 1 to June 30. Selangau followed with 12 cases during the same timeframe, while Kanowit registered six cases. These figures contribute to the overall divisional tally and highlight the varying distribution of the disease across the administrative areas.
Increase in Dengue Cases

The cumulative number of dengue cases in Sibu Division from January 1 to June 30 this year reached 68, a substantial rise from the 29 cases observed in the corresponding period of the prior year. This represents a percentage increase of 134.5 per cent, indicating a considerable surge in dengue activity within the division. Health officials attribute this increase partly to a broader trend of rising dengue cases nationwide.
Recorded Outbreaks and Fatalities

While most cases this year have been sporadic, two small dengue outbreaks were identified within Sibu District. One outbreak occurred at Jalan Lanang, resulting in five cases, and another at Batu 19, Jalan Oya, which recorded two cases over a two-week period. These seven cases constitute a portion of the 50 cases reported in Sibu District. Importantly, no fatalities due to dengue fever have been recorded in Sibu Division thus far in 2024.

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