6 Things to Know About Dengue

• 2020

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This short public service announcement video shares the symptoms to be aware of with dengue. Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes that can be fatal if untreated. Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle pain, rash, nausea, and vomiting. It can be confused with other diseases, so proper diagnosis is crucial. To prevent dengue, protect yourself from mosquito bites and eliminate breeding sites.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Families & Children; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Dengue; Dengue Virus; Disease Outbreaks; Insect Vectors; Mosquito Control; Mosquito-Borne Diseases; Mosquito Nets; Mosquito Vectors

Institutions: Pan American Health Organization

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