58 people dead, over 29,000 affected by dengue in Sri Lanka

58 people dead, over 29,000 affected by dengue in Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka, death toll due to dengue virus has risen to 58 while over 29,000 people have been infected with the virus so far this year.

The government information department said largest number of cases have been reported in Colombo district with 6,297 cases.

Medical experts urged people to seek immediate medical attention if they suffer from high fever, uncontrolled vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness and reduced urinary.