Dengue cases expected to rise nationwide, says Health Minister


PETALING JAYA: A rise in dengue cases is expected as the second wave hits Malaysia from early June and runs until September, says the Health Ministry.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba said from January up to June 13, there have been 50,511 cases of dengue fever and 88 deaths.

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