Over 29,000 dengue cases reported in 2026

The National Dengue Control Unit says 29,589 dengue patients have been reported across Sri Lanka so far this year, with 15 deaths recorded as of May 18, 2026.

Community Medical Specialist Dr. Prashila Samaraweera said 39 high‑risk Medical Officer of Health divisions have been identifieThe National Dengue Control Unit says 29,589 dengue patients have been reported across Sri Lanka so far this year, with 15 deaths recorded as of May 18, 2026.

Community Medical Specialist Dr. Prashila Samaraweera said 39 high‑risk Medical Officer of Health divisions have been identified, with the highest number of cases reported from the Western Province, followed by the Southern and Sabaragamuwa Provinces.

She noted that patients have been reported from all 25 districts, with Colombo, Gampaha, Ratnapura, Matara, Galle, Kalutara, and Kandy recording the highest figures.

Dr. Prashila Samaraweera added that entomological surveys have revealed that dengue is spreading more in schools, government institutions, workplaces, and religious sitesd, with the highest number of cases reported from the Western Province, followed by the Southern and Sabaragamuwa Provinces.

She noted that patients have been reported from all 25 districts, with Colombo, Gampaha, Ratnapura, Matara, Galle, Kalutara, and Kandy recording the highest figures.

Dr. Prashila Samaraweera added that entomological surveys have revealed that dengue is spreading more in schools, government institutions, workplaces, and religious sites

Source - Newswire