Bangladesh Records Highest Monthly Dengue Death Toll in October, Outbreak Expected to Persist

Bangladesh experienced its highest monthly dengue death toll of the year in October, with experts warning that the outbreak is unlikely to significantly ease before December. Health ministry data indicates 173 deaths in October, surpassing September's 148, contributing to a total of 418 deaths and over 133,000 hospital admissions this year as of October 30. The surge is putting additional strain on the healthcare system, which is also contending with a measles outbreak. Doctors note that many patients are seeking hospital admission only after developing severe complications.