Dengue Fever Warning in New Jersey and Across the Americas

SOURCE www.the-express.com
CDC has issued an urgent dengue fever warning after 41 travelers in New Jersey were sickened with the mosquito-transmitted virus. Cases of dengue are at an all-time high across the Americas. Dengue is caused by a virus spread by warm weather mosquitoes. Preventive measures include wearing bug spray and avoiding mosquito-prone areas.

Key Points

  • 41 travelers in New Jersey infected with dengue fever
  • Dengue cases at all-time high across North, Central, and South America
  • Preventive measures include wearing bug spray and avoiding mosquito-prone areas

Pros

  • CDC alert raises awareness about the increasing cases of dengue fever
  • Provides information on preventive measures to avoid contracting the virus

Cons

  • Lack of information on specific countries visited by infected travelers