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Scientists Identify Dose of Dengue Virus Needed for Transmission

The dose of dengue virus that is required to infect mosquitoes when they bite has been discovered by scientists. Mosquitoes are essential for

Dengue Epidemic Hits Angola

For the first time, an epidemic of dengue fever has broken out in oil-rich Angola, says the World Health Organisation (WHO). The outbreak hit

Dengue Outbreak Claims the Lives of Three

An outbreak of dengue in the Pacific Islands of New Caledonia claimed the lives of three, according to the officials. A 55-year-old woman from the

Dengue Vaccine Design Needs a Revamped Approach: Research

Researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology has found surprising evidence in a new study, that suggests the need for a revamped approach to dengue vaccine design.

New Finding Could Alter the Face of Dengue Vaccine Development

A new study took place at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy (and) Immunology, where researchers offered surprising evidence that suggests the need for a revamped approach to dengue vaccine design.

Scientists Introduce Disease-blocking Bacteria into Mosquitoes

According to scientists, a new technique that introduces disease-blocking bacteria into mosquitoes may help halt the spread of diseases such as dengue, yellow fever and potentially malaria.

Outbreak of Dengue Fever Hits Costa Rica

In Costa Rica an outbreak of dengue fever has sickened 7,000 people, say health officials. The incidence of illness represents a three-fold increase over

Scientists Create Vaccines for Mosquitoes to Prevent Dengue

To prevent mosquitoes from transmitting dengue virus to humans, can mosquitos be injected with a vaccine? That's what Australian scientists are working on.

New Anti Malaria Drug Developed

Researchers from the Griffith University's Eskitis Institute have discovered a new molecule that could prove to be the basis of a powerful anti-malaria drugs.

WHO: Dengue Showing Global 'Epidemic Potential'

We've charted progress in the fight against tropical diseases says the World Health Organization (WHO). Despite this, WHO has warned that dengue fever was spreading at an alarming rate.

37,000 Dengue Cases Reported in India

In 2012, India has recorded over 37,000 dengue cases, including 227 dengue deaths, reveal sources. In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Minister

In Odisha Dengue on Decline

An official has said the dengue appears to be on a decline in Odisha with only two new cases reported in the state in the last two days, taking the total

Dengue Fever Outbreak in Europe

Europe is experiencing its first sustained transmission of dengue fever that has infected more than 1,300 people, says an EU agency. The Portuguese

In NCR Dengue Cases Cross 900 Mark

The raging dengue in the city and its neighbourhood crossed 900 patients mark with 38 new cases reported on Sunday. Officials said that two deaths were reported in the last two days.

Delhi Reports New Cases of Dengue

Delhi reports 36 new dengue cases and the total number of patients reported this season now stands at 985, reveals data. Of 36 new cases, 10

Dengue Alert In Bihar

The health minister said that Bihar has sounded a high alert after two people died of dengue and the number of those infected rose to about 200 in various parts of the state.

Scientists Discover Two Paths Used by Dengue Virus to Penetrate Cells

Two novel cell receptors used by Dengue virus to penetrate target cells have been identified by researchers. By demonstrating that it is possible

Odisha Dengue Cases on the Rise

Dengue cases in Odisha have climbed to 1,520, the dengue toll this year is six, say sources. A man tested positive Tuesday in Khordha district.

Dengue Cases Climb To 1,412

Taking the total of those infected by the mosquito-borne disease to 1,412 and deaths this year to five, Odisha confirmed 56 new dengue cases in the state and one death.

Delhi Hospitals Now Better Equipped For Dengue

The Delhi government announced that eight city hospitals will be upgraded for better treatment of dengue patients. While also directing other city

Ghulam Nabi Azad: 'Full Sleeves and Trousers Protect Against Mosquito Bites'

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said that full sleeved shirts and trousers can protect for students and adults against mosquito bites leading to dengue.

Azad Urges Southern States To Step Up Anti-dengue Measures

Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad has urged the local bodies to take more steps to prevent the spread of dengue in southern states. Reviewing the dengue

Bengal - Over 1,200 Now Down With Dengue

According to state health department data the dengue outbreak in West Bengal has now affected over 1,200 people though the number of deaths remains at five.

Bengal - Over 1,000 Now Down With Dengue

Over 1,000 people affected with dengue in West Bengal, though the number of deaths remains at five, according to state health department data Saturday.

Health Department: Bengal Dengue Toll Goes Up to 3, Confirmed Cases 638

The health department has said that with the death of an 11-year-old boy in Kolkata, the dengue epidemic has claimed its third victim in the state. The number of confirmed cases has gone up to 638.

Bengal Reports Surge in Dengue Cases

A senior health official in West Bengal has reported spike in dengue cases with more than 100 people affected by it. "So far there are 109 patients

Defenses Rise Against Asian Mosquito Peril In Europe

Scientists in protective coveralls wage war against a fingernail-sized danger behind air-tight doors in a lab in a southern French city. Lurking

Battle Against Dengue Fever By Sri Lankan Troops

Officials said that thousands of Sri Lankan troops joined a massive clean up operation to eliminate mosquito-breeding grounds as part of a national effort to contain the dengue virus.

Soil Fungus May Help Prevent Dengue Spread

Researchers have found that common fungus may help to stop the spread of dengue fever. Dr Jonathan Darbro, from Queensland Institute of Medical Research's

New Portable Tool To Detect Dengue Mosquitoes Developed

Researchers have developed a new portable tool that may help doctors to detect dengue virus-carrying mosquitoes and help reduce the likelihood of human infections around the world.

Mathematical Models To Curb Dengue Developed in Cuba

Cuba has developed mathematical models to help fight dengue, a media report said Friday. Experts from Havana's Pedro Kouri Tropical Medicine Institute developed the models.

Brazil Health Minister Warns Of Dengue Epidemic In Rio

Rio de Janeiro at high risk of major dengue epidemic, although the virus strain prevalent was not fatal, warns Brazilian Health Minister. "I believe

More Than 12,000 Infected By Dengue in Pakistan

Pakistan, already plagued by floods and suicide bombings, now faces a new menace from an unprecedented outbreak of deadly tropical disease dengue fever.

Dengue Fears Makes Pakistan Shut Schools

Pakistan's most populous province shut educational institutions Wednesday in a bid to control an outbreak of dengue fever that has killed at least nine people since last month, officials said.

Lahore: Dengue Effect

The Government has announced the closure of all educational institutions in Lahore for the next 10 days due to widespread dengue epidemic. The

Dengue Ward to be Opened in SCB Medical, Death Toll Touches 17 in Orissa

Orissa government has sprung into action to grapple with the recent dengue outbreak, even as two more cases of death due to the infectious disease has been reported.

Wrong Strategy Could Lead to Worse Dengue Epidemics In Future

The wrong approach to wiping out the mosquitoes that cause dengue infections could lead to worse epidemics in the future, according to a study released Tuesday.

New Test for Dengue

Symptoms of the serious viral dengue fever and dengue hemorrhagic fever can now be diagnosed by a test which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved.

First Dengue Case Reported from AIIMS Campus

The first dengue case has been reported from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). First-year post-graduate student of AIIMS has tested positive for dengue.

Dengue Fever Raises Its Ugly Head in Far North Queensland

Queensland health authorities have embarked on a massive mosquito controlling drive following the identification of 53 cases of dengue fever in Innisfail, a place south of Cairns in north Queensland.

'Aggressive' Dengue Strain Hits Peru

Health authorities have declared a red alert in Peru's northern Amazon jungle region following the outbreak of an "very aggressive" dengue strain that has killed 14 people and sickened thousands.

Economic Impact of Dengue in Americas Revealed

A new study from Brandeis University researchers has revealed that the economic burden of dengue illness is (Dollor) 2.1 billion per year in the Americas and

Miami Reports First Dengue Case In Almost 70 Years

Miami health officials Friday confirmed the first locally contracted case of dengue fever in the county in more than six decades and called on residents to take measures to fight infection.

GM Mosquitoes- The New Weapon Against Dengue Spreaders

Fight against dengue would soon become more efficient, as scientists have successfully conducted an outdoor trial of genetically modified mosquitoes to sabotage the dengue spreaders.

Doubling of Dengue Fever Cases in Last Decade

That the number of dengue fever cases has more than doubled over the past decade has been reported by the World Health Organization. Dengue is a

Students and Working Persons Are Mostly Affected by Dengue

Chairman of Municipal Corporation of Delhi's Medical Relief and Public Health Committee Dr. V.K. Monga said that the most affected segment of population

Malaysia Reports Rise in Dengue Deaths This Year

Malaysia said Monday its dengue fever death rate spiralled 53 percent this year, but backed away from a controversial trial of releasing genetically modified mosquitoes to wipe out the disease.

South China Hit By Dengue Outbreak Ahead of Asian Games

An outbreak of dengue fever has hit south China ahead of the upcoming Asian Games, with health authorities battling to contain the epidemic before the event opens, state media said Friday.

France Reports First Case of Dengue Infection On Mainland

France reported a first case of dengue fever infection on its mainland Monday, in the southern city of Nice, and is trying to kill mosquitoes which might be carrying the deadly disease in the area.

Delhi Tries "Mosquitofish" to Fight CWG Dengue Scare

On top of construction chaos and corruption concerns, organisers of the Delhi Commonwealth Games are now grappling with a mosquito crisis at sporting venues and are even employing larvae-eating fish.