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Most Dangerous Animal In The World: The Menace Posed By Mosquitoes

You might be surprised to know that the diminutive mosquito reigns as the deadliest creature on the planet, taking 780,000 lives each year.

International Business Times · Feb 14, 2024

Dengue epidemic declared as Rio's carnival kicks off tomorrow

Learn about the dengue fever epidemic in Rio de Janeiro as the city sets up care centers to combat the spread of the virus during the festive carnival season.

Class VI girl dies of dengue near Vaniyambadi town

A Class VI girl in Tirupattur dies of dengue fever, prompting intensified preventive measures in the area.

The Hindu · Jan 30, 2024

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School student dies of dengue near Vaniyambadi town

A 12-year-old boy in Valayambattu village near Vaniyambadi town died of dengue fever, prompting the district administration to intensify preventive measures including fogging and clearing of stagnant water in abandoned spots in the affected area, on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024

150 workers to be recruited to step up anti-mosquito drive in Kochi

Kochi Corporation to temporarily recruit 150 workers for 2 months to step up anti-mosquito drive and combat dengue fever. Opposition protests with swatters and slogans.

The Hindu · Jan 6, 2024

Dengue Fever: Millions Infected Worldwide As Rising Temperatures Cause Virus To Flare

Around five million cases of dengue fever and 5,500 deaths have been reported across 20 countries in 2023, the highest ever since record-keeping began in 1980.

Medical Daily · Dec 14, 2023

Climate change could bring dengue fever to England by middle of the century, scientists warn

Experts warn country’s climate is shifting to become more hospitable for biting insects

Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2023

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Dengue fever is on the rise in Mali with more than 20 deaths, health director says

Authorities say dengue fever is on the rise in Mali, posing a new threat to the West African nation struggling with extremist attacks and political turbulence

The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2023

At risk: 10 ways the changing climate is creating a health emergency

Diseases will spread faster and further, and kill more people, as the effects of record heat, floods, drought and storms escalates

The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023

Jamaica’s dengue fever outbreak shows the deadly effects of record heat

The global failure to reduce fossil fuels is leaving small island states trapped in a never-ending cycle of fightback against disease and extreme weather

The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2023

'Still not regained full muscle mass and weight': Shubman Gill on his fitness level

NEW DELHI: First there were concerns about his fitness, after catching dengue fever before the opening match against Australia, then there were concerns about his form, after scoring just one fifty in four innings. But on Thursday, young India opener Shubman Gill ended all the concerns by scoring a run-a-ball…

The Times of India · Nov 2, 2023

Chad's first dengue fever outbreak: what you should know

Chad has reported its first dengue outbreak, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The country’s health ministry declared an outbreak on 15 August and so far 1,342 suspected cases have been reported, 41 of them confirmed in the laboratory. One death was reported among the patients with lab-confirmed cases.…

The Conversation · Oct 27, 2023

Shubman Gill could return to top of India order against Pakistan

Gill sat out India’s wins over Australia and Afghanistan after being laid low by a bout of dengue fever.

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023

World Cup India vs Pakistan: Doubtful for Pakistan game, Shubman Gill to reach Ahmedabad on Wednesday

NEW DELHI: India opener Shubman Gill is making progress in his recovery from dengue fever but is still a questionable starter for the pivotal World Cup match against Pakistan on Saturday. He will travel to Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Oct 11, 2023

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The Times of India · Sep 27, 2023

Symptoms of dengue fever and how to treat it at home

Dengue fever is a viral illness transmitted through an infected Aedes mosquito bite. Dengue poses a risk to approximately half of the global population, causing an estimated 100–400 million infections each year, as per WHO figures.

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Health dept. battling dengue fever uptick in Kozhikode, hotspots to be identified

Kozhikode district Health Dept. battling uptick in dengue fever cases. 38 cases reported in 4 days, 249 this month, 1,185 since Jan. Intermittent showers, mosquitoes breeding cause. 'Dry Day' campaign to eradicate mosquitoes for 6-7 weeks. Dengue a viral infection, symptoms include fever, headache, joint pain. Health Dept. taking steps…

The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023

Dengue suspected as youth dies of high fever in Belagavi

19-yr-old Prajwal Magadum died of suspected dengue fever in Belagavi on Wed. He was organising a procession when he complained of high fever. Samples sent to Hyderabad lab to confirm infection. Victim from poor family, father runs paan shop, mother sells vegetables.

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023

Mosquitoes, long the enemy, are now bred to help prevent the spread of dengue fever

Preventing dengue fever has long meant teaching people to fear mosquitoes and avoid their bites

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The Times of India · Sep 10, 2023

Four-year-old boy dies of dengue in Tamil Nadu; opposition calls out government for negligence

CHENNAI: A four-year-old boy died in Chennai on Sunday of dengue fever, prompting political leaders to call out the "negligence" of the ruling DMK government and urging it to take preventive measures to halt the spread of the virus.

The Hindu · Jul 29, 2023

Threat of dengue fever escalates globally

The article discusses the alarming surge in dengue cases globally, with regions like America, Europe, and the Middle East reporting significant outbreaks in 2023. Dengue, caused by the dengue virus with four serotypes, poses a significant health challenge due to global warming favoring disease-transmitting mosquitoes. Efforts to control the disease…

The Hindu · Jul 22, 2023

WHO warns of dengue risk as global warming pushes cases near historic highs

Dengue fever cases could reach record highs this year due to global warming, WHO warns.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 17, 2023

Fears of dengue fever epidemic in Guadeloupe as cases accelerate

Regional health authorities have warned of a possible epidemic of dengue fever in the French Caribbean archipelago of Guadeloupe, where more than 425 cases have been reported since the beginning of the year.

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Health department issues renewed alert against dengue fever and leptospirosis

The Health department has called for renewed alert against dengue fever and leptospirosis as intermittent rain continues across the State, creating a conducive environment for a spurt in both diseases.

Daily Mirror · Jul 12, 2023

Symptoms of deadly virus that kills 40,000 each year that could soon be in the UK

Experts have warned that dengue fever could become "endemic" in the UK if a risky experiment goes wrong. But some say it is inevitable that dengue will become established in the UK due to climate change, and that these experiments are vital for effective vaccines.

Bangkok Post · Jul 11, 2023

Dengue fever cases predicted to rise

Thailand is currently facing what many experts predict will become a severe dengue fever outbreak, with up to 150,000 infections possible by the end of the year, according to the Department of Disease Control (DDC).

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