Malaysia records more than 38,000 dengue cases in first half of 2026

PETALING JAYA – With more than 38,000 dengue cases recorded in the first half of 2026, Malaysia is now grappling with a significant viral shift, as the DENV-3 strain emerges as the dominant circulating serotype. According to data from the Health Ministry’s iDengue website, a total of 38,842 cases were reported between Jan 4 and June 27. The daily caseload for June 27, stood at 310. Selangor topped the list with 17,701 cases, followed by Kuala Lumpur (7,191) and Johor (4,591). READ: Malaysia sets up task force to fight dengue as deaths rise Recently, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly […]... Keep on reading: Malaysia records more than 38,000 dengue cases in first half of 2026