Dengue cases are rising across Brazil. Learn what actions are being taken to reduce dengue cases and what to do. Concern is growing as cases multiply.
The number of cases has reached 2 million, according to the Ministry of Health, with over 1,000 still under investigation. Thus, the likelihood of an increase in cases is enormous.
The states with the highest incidence rate are the Federal District, followed by Minas Gerais, and Espírito Santo and Paraná.
However, the state with the highest number of cases is São Paulo, with over 379,000. Another negative highlight is that in the first three months, the country recorded more severe cases of the disease.
Learn more about the dengue cases that have increased throughout Brazil, and what governments are doing to address this problem.
What is dengue?
First, it's important to understand what dengue actually is. Initially, we can say that dengue is a disease caused by a virus, transmitted through mosquito bites.
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The mosquito responsible is Aedes aegypti. Dengue has four types. It's safe to say that the mosquito bites primarily during the day. However, it can also bite at dusk or at night.
Therefore, care must be taken throughout the day, and repellent must be used consistently. The mosquito is between 5 and 7 mm long with white spots on its back.
Although there are asymptomatic cases, dengue usually brings many symptoms. See the most common symptoms.
- High fever
- Muscle pain
- Severe headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Red spots
- Pain behind the eyes
If any bleeding occurs, a doctor should be sought urgently.
Actions to reduce dengue cases in Brazil
To begin with, we can say that the first step should be for each person to take care of their home. Therefore, avoid leaving water accumulated in plant pots or drains, emptying empty bottles, and keeping them upside down.
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Additionally, cover water tanks and avoid allowing water to accumulate in tires or other objects. However, other measures are being taken in several cities across Brazil.
Some cities have hired fogging vehicles to spray mosquito poison throughout the streets. This action only combats mosquitoes, so the fight against insect larvae must continue.
Another action that aims to reduce cases is the dengue vaccine, which is reaching many cities across Brazil. And little by little, it will reach all Brazilians.
But until the vaccine reaches all Brazilians, everyone needs to contribute to reducing cases. Remember that the vaccine has two doses, with the second dose given three months apart.
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For more news about the dengue vaccine, visit the website Ministry of Health.