Poor drainage, stagnant water, uncontrolled waste disposal and tropical humidity are among the leading causes of vector-borne diseases in Mombasa County, amidst a fresh outbreak of Chikungunya.

Travelers visiting some popular cruise destinations are at an increased risk of contracting a concerning illness that’s ...

Travelers visiting some popular cruise destinations are at an increased risk of contracting a concerning illness that’s spreading in the Caribbean, Mexico, and other areas.

Objectives To use a community-based participatory research (CBPR) design to explore local community behaviours and stakeholders’ challenges in engaging communities in dengue prevention behaviours in ...

The dengue virus, a member of the family Flaviviridae, is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes and causes a viral disease known as dengue fever that is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. It is ...

INTRODUCTION: Studies that generate information that may reduce the dengue death risk are essential. This study analyzed time trends and risk factors for dengue mortality and fatality in Brazil from ...

In dengue, patients often suffer from severe body aches, muscle pain, and retro-orbital pain (pain behind the eyes), along with a high fever. This fever can persist, and as the illness worsens, ...

Ministry of Health advises people to get a blood test done if they observe symptoms. Dengue testing is available free of cost in designated government hospitals. Dengue is a viral disease that is ...

WHAT TO EAT: Hydrating Fluids: Keep yourself hydrated with plenty of plain water and coconut water to replenish important electrolytes lost due to fever. Banana, papaya, and watermelon provide vital ...

SUVA, Fiji - The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list due to a rise in dengue ...