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Ten-year mortality study of dengue in Malaysia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: • From 2012 to 2021, Malaysia recorded 1641 dengue deaths, peaking at 325 in 2015. • The central and southern regions had the highest mortality rates, led by Kuala Lumpur. • Mortality rates increased significantly with age, highest among those aged 75 years and older. • Dengue deaths in Malaysia need targeted action for older individuals and urban areas. Understanding the factors that contribute to dengue deaths is crucial for developing effective interventions and improving public health strategies. This study aims to determine the dengue mortality rate in Malaysia from 2012 to 2021. All dengue-related death data were obtained from the Department of Statistics Malaysia and were examined from 2012 to 2021. A total of 1641 dengue-related deaths were identified. The average annual crude mortality rate was 0.5 deaths per 100,000 population, with the highest rate in 2015 at 1.1 deaths per 100,000 population. The central and southern regions had the highest age-adjusted mortality rates. Older age groups had higher mortality rates than younger individuals. Dengue remains a significant public health challenge in Malaysia. It is essential to prioritize older individuals and urban areas in addressing this issue.

Source: IJID Regions

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijregi.2024.100455

Authors: Wan-Fei Khaw, Mohd Firdaus Razali, Norliza Shamsuddin, Nur Faraeein Zainal Abidin, Yee Mang Chan

Institutions: Ministry of Health, National Institutes of Health

Language: English

Topic: Mosquito-borne diseases and control

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,200