, Oct. 9 -- Although the number of dengue infections is higher than last year but the death rate is lower, said Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) Director General Prof Dr Md. Abu Jafor on Thursday.

"This year, the number of dengue infections is higher than last year, but the death rate in proportion to infections is lower," he said at a press briefing held over the 'Typhoid Vaccination Capaign-2025' at the Health Ministry.

He said the breeding of mosquitoes and the destruction of their larvae are key for preventing dengue. "People must use mosquito nets and take protective measures. These are mostly individual responsibilities. If we neglect these, it will be very difficult to eliminate dengue."

"Our data shows that over 50...