Dengue Surge in Sri Lanka: The National Dengue Control Unit says about 88% of this year’s dengue cases are linked to the DENV-2 strain, with infections rising to 75,321 and 53 deaths reported so far; 162 MOH divisions remain high-risk, and officials warn immunity is lower against DENV-2. School Breeding Hotspots: Inspections found dengue larvae most often in school premises, with breeding sites also detected in factories and public institutions; authorities also note 70% of dengue deaths are among women, urging early treatment. Legal Crackdown on Mosquito Breeding: Police have filed 4,672 court cases from January to June 2026 over premises found conducive to mosquito breeding, with health authorities able to issue red notices under the Prevention of Mosquito Breeding Act. Dengue Deaths Pass 2025 Total: Another report says dengue deaths have reached 50 by July 16, already above the 29 deaths recorded in all of 2025, as cases climb past 73,000. Public Transport Drug Testing: Random checks at Makumbura bus terminal found four public transport workers positive for dangerous drugs, with plans to expand testing nationwide. Health Tech & Equipment Support: UNDP and the Environment Ministry handed over lab equipment worth about Rs. 204 million to strengthen chemicals and healthcare waste monitoring, while India’s Rs. 600m grant will equip Deniyaya Base Hospital. Regional Pharma Push: Kenya is courting diplomats to boost local pharmaceutical manufacturing, highlighting Square Pharmaceuticals’ Kenya EPZ facility and its export capacity.