This country’s Dengue Fever death toll now stands at 12 after the passing of one more person due to the mosquito borne disease.
The Ministry of Health made the revelation in its latest epidemiological update on Dengue cases within the country.
It is the first death for the month of September. As at August 30, 2024, the number of laboratory-confirmed deaths reported by the Health Ministry was 11.
Meanwhile, the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of Dengue Fever remains steady at 1,053.
The Ministry also notes that as at September 4, 2024, a total of 851 yellow fever notices have been issued to property owners/occupiers, directing them to clean up their surroundings. Of this, 43 property owners/occupiers have, thus far, been identified for the consideration/institution of legal proceedings for non-compliance.