The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Health Alert Network notice highlighting the continued risk of dengue virus infections in the United States and globally. The alert comes as dengue activity remains high in U.S. territories and many countries report unprecedented case numbers. Record-Breaking Numbers The Americas witnessed alarming statistics in 2024, with 13 million dengue cases and 8,200 deaths. As of March 2025, global cases have already surpassed 760,000 – a 15% increase compared to the previous five-year average. “This trend is expected to continue with increased dengue activity in endemic areas in 2025,” the … Continue reading Dengue Cases Surge Globally; CDC Issues Health Alert