Economic burden of dengue in Malaysia

Dengue affects not only the economic aspect of a nation in terms of managing patients. Its effects are also seen in the social aspects of those affected, with quality of life (QoL) being severely affected. In this sixth interview of a series focused on dengue, Professors Akmal Shafie, Professor of Pharmacoeconomics at Universiti Sains Malaysia, shares his experiences in the field of health economics involving the burden of dengue.