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Dengue fever outbreak shaping up as worst in decades
Original: Statewide outbreak of Dengue Fever is shaping up to be the worst in decades
Health officials are warning that a statewide outbreak of dengue fever is on track to become the worst in decades. Dengue, a mosquito-borne viral illness, can cause severe flu-like symptoms and, in serious cases, life-threatening complications. The scale of the current outbreak has drawn attention to mosquito control efforts and public health preparedness as cases continue to climb.
Why now: A significant rise in dengue cases is raising public health concerns and prompting coverage of the outbreak's severity.
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