Singapore Sees Surge in Dengue Cases in First Quarter of 2024
Singapore experiences a surge in dengue cases, with over 5,000 reported in the first quarter of 2024, more than double the cases reported during the same period in 2023. The National Environment Agency (NEA) has issued a statement urging the public to take proactive measures to combat dengue, as seven dengue-related deaths were reported in the island state as of March 25. The recent spike in cases has raised concerns and prompted the NEA to intensify efforts to prevent mosquito breeding.
Rise in Dengue Fever Cases in Arab Nations
Global cases of dengue fever are on the rise in Arab nations, with the Middle East and North Africa region witnessing an 88% increase in cases from 1990 to 2019. Healthcare professionals in Dubai are noting a surge in local cases, with experts attributing the unusual emergence of the Aedes aegypti mosquito to changing weather patterns or climate change.
First Bout of Dengue Fever Can Be Just as Deadly as Subsequent Ones, Study Finds
A new study conducted by researchers at the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Virology (ICMR-NIV), Pune, challenges the belief that the first bout of dengue fever is usually mild. The study found that the first encounter with the virus can be just as severe and potentially fatal as subsequent infections. This emphasizes the importance of early detection and timely medical intervention to prevent fatalities, highlighting the need for heightened awareness, mosquito control measures, and prompt medical care to mitigate the impact of dengue fever.
110 Mosquito Traps Installed at Sibu Central Market to Curb Dengue Spread
Sibu Central Market is installing 110 units of mosquito traps in collaboration with the Ministry of Health to combat the spread of dengue. The traps, designed to attract and kill aedes mosquitoes, have shown success in Peninsular Malaysia and may be expanded to other markets in the district if proven effective. With an 88% increase in dengue cases compared to last year, the initiative aims to serve as a model for controlling the disease in Sarawak.
Study Reveals Shifting Patterns of Dengue Virus in Brazil Following Zika Emergence
A new study published in Nature Communications has shed light on the shifting patterns of dengue virus (DENV) in Brazil, following the emergence of the Zika virus (ZIKV) in 2015. The study, conducted by Francesco Pinotti, Marta Giovanetti, and their…
Malaysia Urged to Consider Approval of New Dengue Vaccine
The Health Ministry of Malaysia is urged to consider approving a newly released dengue vaccine to combat the increasing number of cases in the country, according to Datuk Dr Lam Sai Kit, a virologist and Universiti Malaya emeritus professor. Dr….