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Americas: Dengue Cases Sore Over 50% in a Month, Says PAHO

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) declared an "emergency situation" due to rising Dengue cases in the Americas. Hotspots like Argentina and Brazil have seen stabilized cases. PAHO confirmed over 5.2 million cases, a 48% increase from last month's 3.5 million.

Puerto Rico Declares Health Emergency as Dengue Outbreak Reaches Epidemic Levels

Mar 26, 2024 01:18 AM EDT By Rick Martin

A wave of dengue cases has gripped the Americas this year. In Puerto Rico, it has become an epidemic as cases continue to rise from the mosquito-borne illness.

Brazil: Rio de Janeiro Declares Health Emergency After Massive Dengue Outbreak Just Before Carnival

Feb 05, 2024 10:33 PM EST By Rick Martin

February means that it is already Carnival season in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. However, the Carnival may get a bit complicated as a dengue outbreak is happening.

Honduras Breeds 'Special Mosquitoes' To Combat Dengue

Breeding 'Special Mosquitoes' Is Honduras' New Tactic To Fight Dengue

Sep 18, 2023 02:22 AM EDT By BERT HOOVER

Honduras found a way to combat Dengue by creating “special mosquitoes” carrying bacteria that can reduce the outbreak.

Central American Migrants Participates in Caravan Towards U.S.

1 Dead, 4 Injured After Mexican Forces Open Fire on Vehicle Carrying Migrants

Nov 02, 2021 12:41 AM EDT By Joshua Summers

At least one migrant reportedly dies after Mexican forces open fire on a vehicle carrying immigrants.

Second Epidemic: Dengue Outbreak Ravages Across Latin America Amid COVID-19 Crisis

May 14, 2020 08:05 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Certain countries in the Americas are now facing another deadly epidemic amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Here's Why Dengue Cases in Latin America Spiked This Year

Dec 21, 2019 08:35 AM EST By Amy Santiago

Experts cited the reason behind the surge of dengue cases in Latin America and the reasons why it might slow down in the next couple of years.