Dengue cases in Bosnia and Herzegovina grow by 663% in 2023. Find out the symptoms – Rádio Itatiaia

The number of dengue cases in Belo Horizonte is up 663% so far in 2023, according to data from the city council. The municipal health department is investigating another 11,308 cases and they are awaiting test results.

According to the dengue fever budget released by the city council on Friday (28), the state capital of Minas Gerais has already recorded 1,885 cases of the disease this year, between January 1 and April 25. Last year, there were 247 confirmed cases between January 1 and April 28. In total, there are 1,638 more cases, an increase of 663%.

The director of health promotion and epidemiological surveillance in the municipality of Belo Horizonte, Paulo Roberto López Correa, notes that the numbers are alarming and represent a “significant increase” in cases of the disease, which has so far claimed three lives in the capital. Minas Gerais and eight others in Minas Gerais.

What is dengue?

Dengue is the most common virus associated with urban arthropods in the Americas, particularly in Brazil. It is a febrile disease transmitted by the bite of a female Aedes aegypti mosquito. It occurs most frequently in the rainy season, between November and May.

What are the symptoms of dengue fever?

According to the Director of Health Promotion and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Municipality of Belo Horizonte, Paulo Roberto López Correr, dengue symptoms begin with warning signs, such as severe prostration and vomiting that does not improve, severe abdominal pain and persistent dizziness.

“After these signs, a person needs to seek medical attention immediately to start treatment as soon as possible. Chikungunya has similar symptoms, but an evaluation by a health professional is required to adopt the best course of action for each case. If you prefer, you can get the service for after “.

How to protect yourself from dengue fever?

According to the representative of Belo Horizonte City Hall, participation should actively participate in the fight against Aedes aegypti, with everyday and simple situations. Paulo Roberto Courier has an important message for the people of the capital.

“It’s important for people to avoid standing water. So, have a check at least once a week in your backyard, inside your house, and dispose of any water tank. This is where Aedes aegypti transmits these diseases and perpetuates the transmission of dengue.” In the environment. Standing water is a great opportunity for vector breeding sites to exist, so we must by all means eliminate standing water near our homes and inside our homes as well.”

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