Increase in dengue cases in Johor

NUSAJAYA: The public has been warned to take precautions against the spread of dengue following an increase in the number of cases this year, which has even resulted in at least one death.

State Women, Family, Health and Community Development Committee chairman Dr Robiah Kosai said since the beginning of this year, a total of 45 cases have been reported statewide compared with 37 cases the same period last year.