What is dengue

Unlike other infectious diseases, dengue virus is not transmitted through casual contact like coughing or sneezing. Dengue spreads through the bite of a female Aedes mosquito from one person to the next.

Dengue is a disease that can cause a flu-like illness. It is caused by the dengue virus. The virus is spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. You can reduce your risk of getting dengue by avoiding mosquito bites.

Dengue fever, also known as “breakbone fever,” is known for common symptoms such
as fever, aches (around the eyes or joints), nausea, and more. But did you know that
dengue may also develop into serious conditions that may require hospitalisation?

Mosquitoes are the most deadly animal in the world, killing up to one million people a year as estimated by the World Health Organization.