Brazil is taking a stand on March 2nd with a countrywide initiative, “Brazil United Against Dengue,” to tackle a severe dengue outbreak. Health Minister Nísia Trinidade announced the plan, focusing on public education about prevention. The outbreak has soared, nearing 1 million cases this year, with 7,771 being severe. Dengue has caused 196 deaths this […]
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