Bangladesh: Dengue Outbreak - Sep 2026

More than 51,000 dengue cases and 149 deaths were recorded from the beginning of 2026 to 13 September, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). [...] During the first 14 days of September, the country recorded an average of more than 1,200 hospital admissions per day, indicating a continued sharp increase in dengue transmission and the pressure on health facilities. August recorded 20,536 hospital admissions and 43 deaths — more than double the 9,206 admissions recorded in July 2026. [...] The current surge has affected all eight divisions, with Dhaka Division the hardest hit. ([Bangladesh Red Crescent Society & IFRC, 14 Sep 2026](https://reliefweb.int/node/4229795/))

Bangladesh is experiencing an active and worsening dengue outbreak. By 14 September 2026, 53,570 dengue patients had been hospitalized and 157 deaths recorded, compared with 37,891 admissions and 150 deaths in 2025 [...] The highest burden is currently concentrated in Dhaka, Khulna and Chattogram, while increasing trends have been identified in Pirojpur, Cox’s Bazar and Barguna, with Netrokona also showing an upward trend. The continued increase in cases is placing additional pressure on health facilities, including bed capacity, clinical staff, blood and platelet supplies, and other essential resources. ([IFRC, 23 Sep 2026](https://reliefweb.int/node/4231170/))