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Dengue, also known as dengue fever, is an infection spread by mosquitoes. It's not usually serious and often gets better on its own. Some people get a more severe type of dengue, but this is rare. Check if you're at risk of dengue. You can get dengue if you're bitten by an infected mosquito. The mosquitoes that carry the dengue virus bite ...
Current Data for 2024. Dengue viruses are spread to people through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. Almost half of the world’s population, about 4 billion people, live in areas with a risk of dengue. Dengue is often a leading cause of illness in areas with risk.
Dec 21, 2023 · Africa is among the top four regions most affected by arboviral diseases, including yellow fever, dengue, chikungunya, O'nyong nyong, Rift Valley fever, and Zika. In 2023, 171 991 dengue cases have been reported in countries in the region and 753 deaths. Evidence of dengue circulation has been detected in local populations and/or among ...
Sep 30, 2021 · Prevent dengue by avoiding mosquito bites. All four dengue viruses are spread primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes species ( Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus) mosquito. These mosquitoes also spread chikungunya and Zika viruses. The mosquitoes that spread dengue are found in most tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including ...
Jun 2, 2022 · Dengue fever. Dengue causes flu-like symptoms and lasts for 2-7 days. Dengue fever usually occurs after an incubation period of 4-10 days after the bite of the infected mosquito. High Fever (40°C/ 104°F) is usually accompanied by at least two of the following symptoms: Headaches. Pain behind eyes. Nausea, vomiting.
Apr 12, 2024 · The rapid spread of dengue fever in recent months provides a real reminder of the ripple effects of human-driven climate change, said Thais Dos Santos with the Pan-American Health Organization.
Apr 19, 2024 · About one in four people infected with dengue will get sick. For those who do get sick, the infection can be mild or severe. The symptoms of dengue include: A high fever. Nausea and vomiting. Rash. Aches and pains (eye pain, usually behind the eyes, and pain in the muscles, joints, or bones) The symptoms usually last two to seven days.
