New virus strain affects most dengue patients

A concerning trend has emerged in Sri Lanka, with the National Dengue Control Unit reporting that 88% of dengue fever patients this year have contracted the Dengue 2 virus strain. This particular strain appears to be highly prevalent and poses a significant public health challenge.

The country is currently grappling with a dengue epidemic, which has led to a total of 75,321 dengue cases being reported so far this year. Dr. Kapila Kannangara, the acting director of the National Dengue Control Unit, highlighted that the human body's immunity against the Dengue 2 virus strain is at a low level, contributing to the high infection rates.

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88% of dengue patients reported this year have been infected with the Dengue 2 virus strain.

Adding to the severity of the situation, 53 dengue-related deaths have been recorded this year. Of these fatalities, a notable 37 were women. The data underscores the ongoing threat of dengue fever in Sri Lanka and the need for continued prevention and control efforts.

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The human body's immunity against the Dengue 2 virus strain is at a low level.