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Dengue Deaths Plummet 61.3% Amid Prevention Efforts

12/16/2025

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Dengue deaths fell 61.3% to 43, from 111 in 2024, according to Health Minister Dzulke fly Ahmad.
Dengue cases dropped 56.5% to 51,046 as of December 6.
Health Minister Dzulke fly Ahmad credited the disease control division and partners for their efforts.
The Putrajaya Wolbachia Insectarium opened to boost the Wolbachia Mosquito Operation against Aedes.
The Health Ministry continues prevention strategies, including releasing Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes, per World Health Organization recommendations.

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Dengue deaths fell 61.3% to 43, from 111 in 2024, according to Health Minister Dzulke fly Ahmad.
Dengue cases dropped 56.5% to 51,046 as of December 6.
Health Minister Dzulke fly Ahmad credited the disease control division and partners for their efforts.
The Putrajaya Wolbachia Insectarium opened to boost the Wolbachia Mosquito Operation against Aedes.
The Health Ministry continues prevention strategies, including releasing Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes, per World Health Organization recommendations.