Sri Lanka Reports 27,754 Dengue Cases, 14 Deaths by May
Summary
Sri Lanka has reported 27,754 dengue cases and 14 deaths by May 2026, with infections spreading across all 25 districts and a rise expected with the upcoming monsoon rains.
Key Points
- Sri Lanka has registered 27,754 dengue cases by May 2026.
- There have been 14 confirmed deaths due to dengue infection.
- Dengue infections have spread to all 25 districts of Sri Lanka, with the Western Province reporting the highest cases.
- Health officials warn of increasing infections once monsoon rains start and urge public cooperation in prevention measures.
