Dengue fever

Dengue fever is a viral disease that is spread by infected mosquitoes.

Infection with the dengue virus can cause severe flu-like symptoms. In some cases it leads to dengue haemorrhagic fever, also known as severe dengue, which affects the body's vascular system (how blood moves through the body). This can lead to significant internal bleeding and organ failure.

Outbreaks of dengue fever are increasingly common in tropical and subtropical regions, mainly in urban and semi-urban areas. The dengue virus is not present in mosquitos in Canada.

Although advanced research is underway, there is currently no approved vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever. The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends protecting yourself from mosquito bites when in areas where dengue fever is present.

 
Causes

Causes

Causes of the disease, how it's spread, and where it's found.

Symptoms

Main symptoms, what to look for and what to do if you become ill.

Risks

Risks

What the risks are and who is most at risk.

Treatment

Treatment

How the disease is diagnosed and treatment options.

Prevention

Prevention

How the disease can be prevented, vaccine information and additional measures.

Surveillance

Surveillance

How the disease is monitored.

Health Professionals

Health Professionals

Disease description, epidemiology, publications and resources.

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