The Health Ministry’s National Dengue Control Unit has declared 19-24 May, National Dengue Control Week.
According to National Dengue Control Programme Director Dr.Sudath Samaraweera, dengue control initiatives will be launched in 95 dengue-prone MOH divisions in 15 districts during this period.
The programmes will be jointly implemented by health personnel, the tri-forces, the police, and the public.
As of 12 May, a total of 19,724 dengue cases have been reported in 2025, while over 2,000 dengue cases have been reported so far in May. (Newswire)