Dengue: Brazil reports 12 fatalities, over 120,000 suspected cases
During the first three weeks of 2024, Brazil reported 12 deaths from dengue and 120,874 probable cases of the disease, compared to 26 fatalities and 44,753 probable cases in the same period last year.Currently, there are 85 deaths under investigation. Health Minister Nísia Trindade remarked this week, "We are experiencing a period of significant concern regarding dengue."The ministry has confirmed the circulation of all four dengue serotypes in the country, notably serotype 3, which has not been epidemic in Brazil for over 15 years. Serotype 1 is now the predominant strain."We presently have all four serotypes circulating simultaneously in the country. It's a very concerning situation," emphasized Alda Cruz, the director of the ministry's Communicable Diseases department.Chikunguny...