, June 24 -- 19, dengue and other viral fevers across Bangladesh, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Admin) of Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) Prof Dr Md Abul Kalam Azad on Tuesday warned of growing pressure on the country's healthcare system and emphasised the urgent need for a scientifically guided and well-coordinated response.

Speaking at a Continuing Medical Education (CME) seminar hosted by BMU, Prof Azad said, "We are entering a critical period. Covid-19 and dengue cases are surging simultaneously, and if we fail to act now-guided by medical evidence-we risk overwhelming our hospitals and frontline services."

He called for heightened surveillance in border areas to prevent further spread of Covid-19 and reminded the public to continue adhe...