National Dengue Epidemic 2026: 250 Deaths and 82,761 Hospitalizations Nationwide
As of October 2, 2026, Bangladesh faces an ongoing national dengue epidemic with 82,761 total hospitalizations and 250 deaths recorded this year. Recent data indicates 1,163 new hospitalizations and 1 new death in the 24 hours leading to October 2. The Ministry of Health is responding by distributing 500,000 diagnostic test kits to strengthen testing across district and upazila hospitals and is coordinating with international organizations on vaccination strategies.
Hazard specifics
Disease
dengue
Confirmed cases
82,761
Confirmed deaths
250
Notes
Nationwide dengue outbreak requiring antigen test kits and medical intervention, with surge in cases throughout 2026.
Affected scope
1 Record| Scope | Source wording |
|---|---|
| country | সারা দেশে সব প্রশাসনিক বিভাগ জুড়ে |
country
সারা দেশে সব প্রশাসনিক বিভাগ জুড়েAgencies deployed
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Distribution of 500,000 diagnostic test kits and international coordination for vaccination strategies.
Relief items: 500,000 diagnostic test kits
Note: Strategic response to nationwide dengue outbreak.