Specifically, from July 19 to August 18, the country reported 62,411 cases of dengue fever and 25 deaths, 12,600 cases and 17 deaths up compared to the previous month.

The Ministry of Health also revealed that the past week alone saw Vietnam confirm roughly 8,900 infections, a decline of 18% compared to the previous week.

The number of people taken to hospital in Hanoi due to dengue fever also increased. At present, the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases is providing treatment for 30 dengue fever cases, including 10 in critical condition.

A number of patients have been hospitalised with symptoms including breathing difficulties, lung damage, and blood clotting disorders. Dengue fever patients are advised not to self-treat. Instead, they must seek advice from medical professionals.

Hanoi has so far this year recorded a total of 1,342 cases, a three-fold increase compared to the same period from last year, although no deaths have been reported.

Meanwhile, about 48,756 cases have been uncovered across Ho Chi Minh City, including 947 severe cases. In comparison to the same period last year, the number of dengue fever infections has seen a six-fold increase.

The health sector is encouraging people to remain vigilant and to continuously inspect and clean water containers in order to prevent larvae and potential mosquito bites.

The Ministry of Health also reported that in the January-August period, Vietnam recorded 44,337 foot, hand, and mouth disease cases, including two deaths.

 

Vo Thu