Dengue and Severe Dengue

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Dengue, also known as break-bone fever, is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes in tropical regions. Most cases are mild or without symptoms, but severe dengue can be deadly. This fact sheet provides an overview on this infection and information concerning symptoms, treatment, global cases, transmission, risk factors, and prevention.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Dengue; Dengue Virus; Severe Dengue; Public Health; Risk Factors; Disease Transmission, Infectious; Mosquito-Borne Diseases; Global Health; Mosquito Vectors; Global Burden of Disease

Institutions: World Health Organization (WHO)

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