In Malaysia, dengue fever cases almost double number last year

So far this year, there have been almost 89,000 reported cases of dengue fever, along with 169 deaths, almost double the number reported last year.

Travellers to areas where the dengue fever virus is active can reduce their risk of exposure by taking all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Many persons with dengue fever do not seek medical care and are not reported to health authorities. There may be many more cases in the community than the reports indicate.