KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 — Twenty years have gone by since Chris Low, 40, got dengue fever. What scares him is he can still “feel” and remember the symptoms today. “I...
That mosquito buzzing around you might not be as harmless as you think... dengue is still a threat in Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 — Twenty years have gone by since Chris Low, 40, got dengue fever .“I remember having a very high fever one day, my head was pounding, it felt as if it was about to explode.
“I still recall that feeling until today, and that is my warning to my friends... that if ever they feel this way, they should get themselves checked for dengue immediately,” he added. Fever is not the only noticeable symptom. Along with that comes other illnesses or complications including severe headache , joint and muscle pain , skin rash , nausea and vomitting and pain behind the eyes.
Households today can even carry out their own prevention exercises and among other measures, they can use chemicals like temephos in areas where they discover mosquito larvae.In 2017, Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes were introduced into Malaysia through a pilot project under the Health Ministry through its research arm, Institute of Medical Research .
Initial trials were conducted in Selangor and later expanded to other high-risk dengue areas including Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Penang. This system integrates with the iDengue system which provides real-time data on dengue cases hotspots. Although the vaccine is still new, those who are age four and above regardless of whether they were previously infected by the virus can take this vaccine.
Although dengue fever is an age-old disease, more than 123,000 cases were recorded in 2022. There was a drop in 2023 but as of August 2024, a total of 92,420 dengue cases were recorded marking an increase from 75,928 cases during the same period in 2023.
Aedes Mosquitoes Malaysia Dengue Fever Dengue Cases
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Kuala Lumpur Among Top 10 Cities for English Proficiency, Malaysia Ranks 26th GloballyKuala Lumpur has been ranked among the world's top 10 cities for high English proficiency in the 2024 Education First (EF) English Proficiency Index (EPI). Malaysia also holds the 26th spot globally, with a slight decline in score compared to last year. The survey evaluates the English language proficiency of 2.1 million non-native English speakers aged 18 and over across 116 countries and regions.
Read more »
Malaysia Eyes Congestion Charges for Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Johor BahruMalaysia is exploring the implementation of congestion charges in major cities to tackle traffic congestion. The cities of Kuala Lumpur, George Town in Penang, and Johor Bahru are being considered for initial rollout.
Read more »
Children's Museum Mosaic Opens in Kuala LumpurMosaic, Malaysia's first museum dedicated to children, has opened its doors in Kuala Lumpur. The museum offers a range of interactive exhibits and programs designed to foster creativity, learning, and play for children aged four to twelve. Founded by Fiza Zin and Karimah Koh, Mosaic aims to bridge socio-economic gaps by providing affordable learning opportunities for all children.
Read more »
Thousands to Participate in Kavadi Procession in Kuala LumpurPreparations are underway for a large-scale Kavadi procession in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event will see an estimated 5,000 devotees carrying kavadis on a 6km route from Jalan Ungku Puan to Wadi Hana temple. A second procession involving a chariot will take place from Wadi Hana to Taman Ungku Puan. The temple is also preparing to serve food to around 50,000 people.
Read more »
Missing Teenager Found Safe in Penang After Taking E-Hailing Ride to Kuala LumpurA 14-year-old girl from Johor went missing after taking an e-hailing ride on February 6th. Her family tracked her to Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, but she was later found safe in Penang with two other teenagers at a snooker centre. PDRM in both Penang and Johor are yet to release an official statement.
Read more »
Thaipusam 2025: Road Closures in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and George TownOver a million people will celebrate Thaipusam in Malaysia tomorrow (11 February) at various temples nationwide. This important Hindu event dedicated to Lord Murugan will see chariot processions in major cities like Kuala Lumpur, George Town, and Ipoh. Road closures will be in place during these processions, so travelers should plan accordingly.
Read more »