Over 200% spike in dengue cases in Kelantan, says Health Director


KOTA BHARU: A total of 1,514 cases of dengue fever were recorded in Kelantan from January to August 12, an increase of 225% compared to the same period last year.

Kelantan Health Department (JKNK) director Datuk Dr Zaini Hussin said that two deaths due to dengue fever were also recorded during that period.

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