Monday, 6 July 2026Live global desk
GlobalPulse
The world, tracked in motion
Topic

National Dengue Control Unit

Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals face pressure

Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals face pressure

A severe dengue outbreak has pushed Sri Lanka's case count to 61,060, placing immense strain on healthcare facilities, particularly in the Western Province.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 12:02 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read