- WHO warns of accelerated disease spread in Sri Lanka due to climate change.
- Dengue is rising rapidly in Sri Lanka, with mosquitoes acting as the vector for the disease.
Dengue cases were reported in Gampaha, Ratnapura, and Matara districts.
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Updated Sep 25
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Dengue cases were reported in Gampaha, Ratnapura, and Matara districts.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Gampaha district is currently experiencing a surge in dengue cases.Sub-event
Dengue spikes reported across multiple districts, including Gampaha, Kalutara, and Kandy.1 source
Dengue cases reported in multiple districts across Sri Lanka.1 source
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