HPA: Rise in dengue cases across most atolls

2 weeks ago

Health Protection Agency (HPA) has reported a significant increase in dengue fever cases across several atolls in the Maldives. According to statistical data released by the agency for May 2026, the number of reported dengue cases rose from 648 in April to 778 in May. The HPA's statistics further indicate that, in addition to dengue, instances of viral fever have surged across