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is a leading cause of illness and death in the tropics and subtropics. As many as 100 million people become infected each year. is caused by any 1 of 4 related viruses transmitted by mosquitoes. At this time there are no vaccines to prevent infection with dengue virus and the most effective protective measures are ones that avoid mosquito bites. When a person becomes infected, early recognition and prompt treatment may substantially lower their risk of developing severe disease.
has become a worldwide issue since the 1950's. While dengue rarely happens in the continental United States, it is endemic in Puerto Rico and in a number of popular tourist destinations in Latin America and Southeast Asia. Periodic outbreaks happen in Guam and Samoa.
fever is a disease caused by a family of viruses which are transmitted by mosquitos. It is an acute form of illness with sudden onset that commonly follows a benign course with symptoms that include:Severe muscle |
