Why is Sri Lanka’s dengue outbreak straining its public health sector? | Explained

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Sri Lanka faces a severe dengue outbreak with over 47,000 cases and 29 deaths, overwhelming the healthcare system. The government has appointed a military-led monitoring unit, highlighting the public health crisis and hospital capacity strains.

47,530 cases and 29 dengue-related deaths reported as of June 22; the government has appointed a military-led monitoring unit, the Health Ministry said several hospitals were operating beyond capacity