Dengue Outbreak Guide: Prevention, Care, and Early Warning Signs
- Dengue is a viral infection transmitted by *Aedes* mosquitoes, common in tropical and subtropical regions. - Symptoms likely include high fever, severe headache, joint/muscle pain, rash, and mild bleeding, appearing 4–10 days after a bite. - Severe dengue (dengue hemorrhagic fever) can cause life-threatening complications like bleeding or organ failure. - Evidence suggests no specific antiviral treatment exists; supportive care (hydration, pain relief) is key. - Prevention focuses on mosquito control and vaccines like Dengvaxia, used in high-risk areas. *Overview - Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease caused by four dengue virus serotypes (DENV-1 to DENV-4), spread primarily by *Aedes aegypti* and *Aedes albopictus* mosquitoes. It’s a major public health issue in over 100 countries, particularly in Asia, the Pacific, the Americas, Africa, and the Caribbean, with an estimated 100–400 million infections annually. While most cases are mild or asymptomatic,...