Dengue-related deaths in Johor raise concern

JOHOR BARU: The Johor government has voiced concern over the 20 dengue-related deaths so far this year.

There were 15 deaths during the same period last year , said Health and Environment Committee chairman R. Vidyananthan.

“When compared to the 5,142 cases last year, the drop is not that significant, ” he said in a statement yesterday. Vidyananthan attributed this to a neglect in cleanliness, particularly with garbage disposal. This had led to breeding grounds for mosquitoes, he said. Vidyananthan said the public must constantly ensure their surrounding was kept tidy.

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