The global incidence of dengue fever has surged dramatically over the past two decades, with reports indicating a tenfold increase in cases. Approximately 4.7 million individuals have already been infected in 2024, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean. Health authorities are alarmed by the rapid spread of the disease and the urgent need for an effective vaccine. Concerns are heightened by the emergence of an invasive mosquito species in the Bay Area capable of transmitting dengue, Zika, and yellow fever, prompting local efforts to eradicate the threat. The escalating outbreak in Latin America, exacerbated by changing weather patterns, has strained healthcare systems and resources, with Argentina facing a critical shortage of insect repellent amid its worst-ever dengue epidemic. The situation underscores the pressing need for improved preventive measures and vaccine development to combat the growing public health crisis.
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Argentina is running out of bug spray as the country confronts its worst-ever outbreak of dengue, a mosquito-borne illness that’s surged across Latin America https://t.co/3CrRbg4fZ0
Changing weather patterns contributed to the worst dengue epidemic in Latin American history, reaching new regions, including towns 2,000 meters above sea level as well as central Argentina. This suggests that North America could be next. https://t.co/FkMcCjArpO via…
The Push for a Better Dengue Vaccine Grows More Urgent https://t.co/uXdqTYLM6O
Roughly 4.7 million people have been infected with dengue fever so far in 2024, an explosion of cases centered in Latin America and the Caribbean that experts warn could grow. https://t.co/Vk29q5TL0P
The Push for a Better Dengue Vaccine Grows More Urgent - “ A public research institute in Brazil has proved a new shot protects against the disease, but can’t make it fast enough to stop the huge outbreak sweeping Latin America.” https://t.co/aaDp19D65I
As millions of dengue fever cases rapidly spread in Latin America, a new vaccine can’t be made fast enough to help. https://t.co/i8ZzvlbHYS
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Health officials are warning of another “long and intense” mosquito season. https://t.co/DtLpKFGKT7
Roughly 4.7 million people have been infected with dengue fever so far in 2024, an explosion of cases centered in Latin America and the Caribbean that experts warn could grow. https://t.co/Vk29q5TL0P @LauraSanthanam reports. https://t.co/Vk29q5TL0P
Bay Area authorities are racing to eliminate an invasive mosquito species known to transmit potentially deadly diseases including dengue, Zika and yellow fever. https://t.co/k74uYuDpKg
JUST IN: Bay Area authorities are racing to eliminate an invasive mosquito species known to transmit potentially deadly diseases including dengue, Zika and yellow fever. https://t.co/rUGs62xjeo
Dengue—spread by infected mosquitoes—is found in most tropical & subtropical regions, incl. popular tourist destinations. Continue preventing mosquito bites for 3 weeks after you return home. Symptoms incl. fever with aches & pains, rash, or nausea. https://t.co/D3KFNUOBeA https://t.co/KuKVvvMNO0
Reports of dengue have increased tenfold over the last twenty years. Nearly half of the world's population is now at risk. Here's why ⤵️📺