A recent surge in cases has pushed the total number of dengue cases past last year's count. The health system is under strain due to recurrent seasonal outbreaks. More than 51,000 cases and 149 deaths have been recorded so far this year.

The situation has worsened in recent days, with over 8,000 new cases and 16 deaths reported in a six-day period. Further information on the outbreak is available from the Directorate General of Health Services, which has been tracking the situation closely.