• UGI USER
  • Jul 12, 2024
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DENGUE SURGE

Why in the news?

  • Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu have witnessed a sharp rise in dengue cases, with Karnataka reporting 7,840 cases and seven deaths as of July 10.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) noted active transmission in 90 countries, with regions like the Americas, Southeast Asia, and the Western Pacific most affected.

About Dengue Fever:

  • About Dengue Fever: Mosquito-borne illness prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions.
  • Dengue Virus (DENV): RNA virus of the Flaviviridae family, with four serotypes (DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3, DEN-4).
  • Transmission: Spread by Aedes mosquitoes, notably Aedes aegypti, through infected blood meals.
  • Impact on Body: Replicates in white blood cells, spreads to organs causing symptoms.
  • Symptoms: Onset 3-14 days post-infection; includes high fever, headache, joint pain, vomiting, rash.
  • Treatment: Supportive care with fluids; severe cases may require blood transfusion.
  • Prevention: Reducing mosquito habitats, wearing protective clothing crucial for prevention.
source:medium
About the World Health Organization (WHO):

  • Established in 1948, WHO is a UN agency focusing on global health, safety, and equity.
  • Objectives: Promote universal health coverage, disease prevention, health standards, and global health leadership.
  • Governance Structure:
  • Membership: 194 member states.
  • World Health Assembly (WHA): Highest decision-making body with global representation.
  • Regional Offices: Six offices oversee regional health initiatives.

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