Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on June 13, 2026 – 10:07 am
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Sri Lanka’s hospitals have exceeded their capability because of a speedy improve in reported dengue sufferers, in accordance with the Ministry of Well being.
Performing Director of the Nationwide Dengue Management Unit, Dr. Kapila Kannangara, mentioned that 21 folks have died from dengue to date this 12 months. Among the many fatalities are 5 college college students.
With dengue circumstances persevering with to rise throughout the nation, the Ministry of Public Administration, Residence Affairs, Provincial Councils and Native Authorities has introduced a Dengue Management Week from June 15 to June 20, 2026.
The programme will concentrate on dengue prevention and mosquito breeding web site elimination in public locations and academic establishments as a part of efforts to manage the unfold of the illness.
