Texas Reports First Local Dengue Case of 2024 Amid 22-Year High

Brush Stroke Tejal Somvanshi

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This disease is extremely frequent in especially tropical countries like India, Argentina, Mexico, Bangladesh, Myanmar and so on.

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So far 106 dengue cases have been reported in Texas with one death, and this record is highest since 2002.

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Awareness around dengue has some basic precautions like avoiding mosquito bites by using certified repellant, avoiding water stagnation, maintaining hygiene, covering the body as much as possible and so on.

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Dengue has been endemic in various parts of the globe and it is a disease that can be avoided by following a few simple regulations.

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Texas Reports First Local Dengue Case of 2024 Amid 22-Year High

This disease is extremely frequent in especially tropical countries like India, Argentina, Mexico, Bangladesh, Myanmar and so on.

So far 106 dengue cases have been reported in Texas with one death, and this record is highest since 2002.

Awareness around dengue has some basic precautions like avoiding mosquito bites by using certified repellant, avoiding water stagnation, maintaining hygiene, covering the body as much as possible and so on.

Dengue has been endemic in various parts of the globe and it is a disease that can be avoided by following a few simple regulations.

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