Dengue Worldwide

Dengue can affect millions of people around the world every year and cases are increasing dramatically.

Population growth, urbanization, increased travel, climate change, and failing control measures can all cause the dengue virus to spread.

15 February 2022

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About half of the worlds population is now at risk of dengue infection.

While many dengue infections show no obvious symptoms, any of the four types of the virus could possibly cause mild, or in some cases, severe dengue.

The risk of getting severe symptoms increases if you get a second infection with a different serotype.