Kathmandu: Dengue infections in Nepal have reached 4,814 cases, according to Dr. Gokarna Prasad Dahal, head of the Insect-borne Diseases Branch at the Epidemiology and Communicable Disease Control Division. Cases have been recorded in almost every district, with the exception of Dolpa, Humla, and Manang.

Fatalities and Seasonal Decline

So far, two people have died from dengue. Dr. Dahal stated that the risk of infection is expected to decline gradually as the monsoon season has ended and winter conditions are setting in, which are less favorable for mosquito breeding.

Provincial Breakdown of Cases

According to official data, infections are distributed as follows:

Koshi Province: 714 cases

Madhes Province: 95 cases

Bagmati Province: 1,064 cases

Gandaki Province: 1,273 cases

Lumbini Province: 843 cases

Karnali Province: 270 cases

Sudurpaschim Province: 555 cases

Health Authorities on Alert

Health authorities have urged the public to remain cautious, especially in urban and semi-urban areas where mosquito breeding is more common. They continue to monitor and coordinate preventive measures across the provinces.