Dengue deaths in the Americas have soared in 2024, with over 7,700 fatalities so far, marking an increase of more than 200% from the previous year.
The surge in dengue is linked to climate crisis effects, such as warmer temperatures and flooding, enabling mosquitoes to thrive in new areas.
The Pan American Health Organization reported a record 12.6 million suspected dengue cases in the Americas this year, the highest since records began in 1980.
For the first time in a decade, dengue serotype 3 has predominated in Mexico and Central America, complicating immunity considerations.
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