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PR declares dengue epidemic
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Posted 8 months ago Puerto Rico declares dengue epidemic
Oct. 09, 2012 9:48AM PDT
Health Secretary Lorenzo Gonzalez says at least six people have died, including two children younger than 10. A total of 4,816 cases have been reported, including 21 cases of the potentially fatal hemorrhagic dengue. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 342 new cases were reported in one week last month, twice the number of cases during the same period last year. Dengue cases usually flare up from August to January. The mosquito-borne virus causes fever, severe headaches and extreme joint and muscle pain. Dengue claimed a record 31 lives during a 2010 epidemic that saw more than 12,000 suspected cases.
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| Posted 8 months ago Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever
Dengue hemorrhagic fever is a severe and sometimes fatal infection that occurs tropical regions. It is most common in Southeast Asia and the western Pacific islands. The disease has been increasing rapidly in Latin America and the Caribbean. The dengue virus is transmitted by mosquitoes. A more severe version of the infection called dengue hemorrhagic fever can involve significant bleeding and a drop in blood pressure that can cause shock and death. This condition is sometimes known as dengue shock syndrome. Gonzalez made the announcement on Monday.
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| Posted 7 months ago Hello, It really sad that many people died because of Dengue Fever. but you have to concern with and specialist Dengue Doctor who will help you to recover from DENGUE. |
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| Posted 7 months ago fredy, Thank you for your comment and posting on the forum..Teresa |
