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Dengue cases drop in Malaysia, but deaths rise by 17%, says Ahmad Zahid

By N. TRISHA

KUALA LUMPUR: The number of dengue cases recorded in 2024 decreased, but the number of deaths increased, says Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

The Deputy Prime Minister reported that 122,423 dengue cases were recorded last year, a 0.6% decrease compared to 2024. However, the number of deaths from these cases rose to 117, marking a 17% increase from 2023.

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