DHAKA, Bangladesh - The death toll from a dengue outbreak in Bangladesh has crossed 1,000, according to the country's health ministry.
The outbreak, which began in July, has so far infected over 100,000 people. The majority of the cases have been reported in the capital, Dhaka, and other major cities.
The dengue virus is transmitted by mosquitoes, and the outbreak has been exacerbated by the country's monsoon season, which creates favorable breeding conditions for the insects.
The government has taken a number of measures to try to control the outbreak, including increasing mosquito control measures and awareness campaigns. However, the outbreak continues to spread, and the death toll is expected to rise further.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called the outbreak "alarming," and has urged the government and international community to do more to help.
The WHO has also warned that the outbreak could spread to other countries in the region, and has urged them to take steps to prepare.
The dengue virus can cause a range of symptoms, from mild fever and rash to more severe illness, including bleeding and shock. There is no specific treatment for dengue, and supportive care is the main treatment.
The WHO recommends that people who think they may have dengue seek medical attention immediately.
