Tag #Dengue Fever

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Rapid Spread of Asian Tiger Mosquito Across Europe Poses Growing Disease Risk

The Asian tiger mosquito, first found in Europe in 1979, is rapidly expanding its range northward, reaching 20 kilometers annually in France by 2024, driven by climate change and urbanization; this poses a risk of increased dengue and chikungunya virus transmission in Europe.

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Rapid Response Contains Dengue Fever Outbreak in Budrio, Italy

Three autochthonous dengue fever cases were confirmed in Budrio, Italy, starting May 1st, 2024; rapid response measures, including immediate disinfestations, successfully contained the outbreak by July 16th, highlighting the effectiveness of Italy's active surveillance system against imported tropic...

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Climate Change Fuels Surge in Mosquito-Borne Diseases Across Europe

A surge in mosquito-borne diseases, like dengue fever and chikungunya, is affecting Europe due to climate change; 2024 saw 1,436 West Nile virus cases and 304 dengue fever infections acquired within Europe, a sharp increase compared to prior years, prompting concerns about potential endemicity.

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Woman Avoids Jail in \$100,000 Money Laundering Case

Isi Idehen-Otuomon, 28, pleaded guilty in Brisbane District Court to money laundering over \$100,000 of scammed funds using ten fraudulent bank accounts between 2019 and late 2023, receiving a suspended two-year sentence and a \$5000 compensation order.

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Philippine Village Offers Mosquito Bounty Amid Dengue Fever Surge

A Philippine village is offering a bounty for mosquitoes amid a 40% surge in dengue fever cases this year, reaching at least 28,234 by February 1st, following an outbreak with 10 deaths in a nearby city, prompting this unusual community-based response to supplement clean-up efforts and public health...

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"Record Dengue Outbreak in Americas: 12.6 Million Cases, 7,700 Deaths Linked to Climate Change"

"The Americas are experiencing a record 12.6 million suspected dengue cases in 2024, almost triple 2023's count, with over 7,700 deaths; this is linked to climate change and poor sanitation, impacting heavily Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Caribbean nations like Guyana and Puerto Rico, where prevent...

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Dengue Fever Outbreak on Nauru Impacts Asylum Seekers

A dengue fever outbreak on Nauru has infected at least nine asylum seekers, including two children who died, highlighting inadequate healthcare and living conditions for refugees held on the island under Australian government policies.

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Surge in Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Across the U.S.

As summer temperatures rise in the U.S., mosquito-borne illnesses are surging, with 2,396 dengue fever cases and 49 West Nile virus cases reported in 2025; the CDC recommends preventative measures like using EPA-registered insect repellent and eliminating standing water to reduce the risk of infecti...

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Dry Spring Leads to Fewer Mosquitoes in Germany, but Asian Tiger Mosquito Poses Threat

Germany is experiencing an unusually low mosquito population this spring due to widespread drought reducing breeding grounds; however, experts warn this does not guarantee a low mosquito count in the summer months, and the spread of the Asian tiger mosquito poses a significant public health risk.

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São Paulo Declares Health Emergency Amidst Severe Dengue Fever Outbreak in Brazil

Brazil is battling a severe dengue fever epidemic, with over 340,000 suspected cases and 131 deaths nationwide in 2024, prompting São Paulo to declare a health emergency due to a sharp increase in cases linked to ideal breeding conditions for the tiger mosquito.

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Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes with Toxic Semen Show Promise in Combating Tropical Diseases

Australian scientists are developing a "toxic male technique" using genetically engineered mosquitoes with venomous semen to control the spread of malaria and dengue fever; initial trials on fruit flies showed promising results, with further trials planned for mosquitoes.

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Dengue en América: Récord de 12,6 millones de casos y más de 7.700 muertes en 2024

América ha superado los 12,6 millones de casos de dengue en 2024, el triple que en 2023, con más de 7.700 muertes; Brasil concentra el 80% de los casos, mientras que Argentina experimenta su brote más letal.

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