![]() ![]() This represents the highest number of dengue cases reported in Bangladesh during comparable reporting periods, since 2000 (Figure 2). Between 1 January and 30 September 2023, the government of Bangladesh reported 203,406 dengue cases, including 989 associated deaths (case fatality rate ( CFR) of 0.5%), with 83,222 cases (41%), including 639 deaths (65%) reported from Dhaka City ( CFR of 0.8%) (Figure 1). The report also includes a section that focuses on Novel pathogens and diseases and a final Publications of interest section, which contains new publications relevant to emerging infections.įor more information, or to sign up to the distribution list to receive an email alert when new reports are published, please contact Notable incidents of public health significance Summary of incidents Disease or infectionĪn increase in dengue cases and associated deaths have been reported across Bangladesh in 2023. For each notable incident of public health significance, an incident assessment is provided, based on the EIZ team’s interpretation of the available information. The incidents are divided into 2 sections: Notable incidents of public health significance and Other incidents of interest. This summary provides an overview of incidents (new and updated) of public health significance, which are under close monitoring. For further information about the EIZ team’s horizon scanning process, please see our Epidemic intelligence activities. The UK Health Security Agency’s ( UKHSA) Emerging Infections and Zoonoses ( EIZ) team uses an integrated horizon scanning approach, which combines information on both human and animal health, to identify and assess outbreaks and incidents of new and emerging infectious diseases globally.
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