Dengue/Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever: The Emergence of a Global Health Problem
1995
Dengue and Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever: A Global Health Problem
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Duane J. Gubler, Gary G. Clark
Primary Institution: National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
Dengue and dengue hemorrhagic fever have emerged as significant global health issues, with increasing incidence and geographic spread.
Supporting Evidence
- Dengue is now the most important mosquito-borne viral disease affecting humans.
- An estimated 2.5 billion people live in areas at risk for dengue transmission.
- The case-fatality rate of dengue hemorrhagic fever is about 5%, particularly among children.
- Effective mosquito control is virtually nonexistent in most dengue-endemic countries.
- Major global demographic changes, including urbanization, have facilitated the spread of dengue.
Takeaway
Dengue is a disease caused by a virus spread by mosquitoes, and it's becoming a bigger problem around the world, especially in tropical areas.
Limitations
The study highlights the lack of effective mosquito control and inadequate public health infrastructure as major limitations in managing dengue outbreaks.
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