Karachi has recorded its first dengue-related death of 2025, health officials confirmed on Saturday. A 48-year-old woman from Karachi’s East district died from complications linked to the mosquito-borne virus.
According to the Sindh Health Department, the woman was admitted to Aga Khan University Hospital on July 23. She was showing classic symptoms of dengue, and lab tests confirmed the infection.
In addition to dengue, the patient had diabetes and a urinary tract infection (UTI). Officials believe these underlying conditions worsened her illness. She passed away on Thursday, making her the first confirmed dengue fatality in Sindh this year.
So far in 2025, 345 dengue cases have been reported in the province. Most of these have come from Karachi, where the city’s humid climate and stagnant water create ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
The Sindh Health Department has urged citizens to take preventive actions. These include covering water containers, avoiding stagnant water, and using mosquito repellents. Regular fumigation in homes and public spaces is also recommended.
Dengue is caused by a virus spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. In Pakistan, cases tend to increase during the monsoon season. Health experts warn that poor sanitation and waterlogging in urban areas make outbreaks more likely.
Public hospitals are on alert to handle a possible surge in dengue patients. Local authorities are also being directed to step up anti-dengue drives across the city.
The health department continues to monitor the situation and is encouraging people to seek medical help immediately if symptoms like fever, body aches, or rashes appear.
As the monsoon season progresses, health officials are warning that more dengue cases may emerge if preventive steps are not taken seriously.
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