Dengue on the rise: Over 42,000 cases, 34 deaths reported so far this year, says Health Ministry
Malaysia's Health Ministry reports a significant 34.8% increase in dengue fever cases compared to last year, with 42,848 cases and 34 deaths recorded. The surge is attributed to cyclical epidemiological patterns, environmental factors, and rapid urbanization.
Why it matters
Rising dengue cases pose a significant public health challenge, requiring sustained vector control and community awareness to prevent further outbreaks.
PUTRAJAYA: The number of dengue cases recorded nationwide this year rose 34.8% to 42,848 as of Thursday (July 9), compared with 31,790 cases recorded during the same period last year.
In a statement on Friday (July 10), the Health Ministry said dengue-related deaths increased by 78.9% to 34, up from 19 during the corresponding period in 2025.
Epidemiological analysis showed that nearly two-thirds, or 63.5%, of all dengue cases in Malaysia were reported in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.
Selangor recorded 19,313 cases, a 43.2% increase from the same period last year, while Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya reported 7,909 cases, up 83.8%.
Higher case numbers were also recorded in Johor, Sabah, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Sarawak, Perlis, Terengganu and the Federal Territory of Labuan.
"The Klang Valley remains the country's main dengue hotspot and requires more intensive and coordinated control measures.
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