Dengue fever increased by more than 165%

ABO - According to the Tien Giang province Center for Disease Control, from the beginning of March 2019 until now, the dengue cases in the province is 541 dengue cases, an increase of over 165% in comparison with the same period last year.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection that can potentially develop into severe complications characterized by respiratory distress, severe bleeding and organ impairment.

Illustrative image. Photo: HANH NGA

According to the Tien Giang health sector, on this situation, the health sector recommends that families should not be subjective to dengue fever. It is necessary to be active in preventing diseases such as: Avoiding mosquito bites, and organizing larval killing early in the dry season, combining with weekly sanitation in households, etc ...

When there are suspicious symptoms, it is necessary to go to treatment facilities for examination, counseling, testing, monitoring and treatment.

(According to thtg.vn – Translated by HOANG AN)