Dengue Surge Linked to Climate Change
Dengue fever cases have surged globally, with studies linking 19% of this rise to climate change. Nearly 12 million cases were reported in the Americas, and India’s cases are also increasing. Research by Stanford and Harvard shows rising temperatures directly correlate with increased dengue incidence. Climate change exacerbates health risks, potentially leading to a 40-60% rise in cases by 2050. Effective emission cuts could mitigate this growth to 40%. Dengue symptoms range from mild to severe, with no specific treatments. Vaccines face adoption challenges. Mitigating climate change is crucial to managing the future disease burden.
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