A groundbreaking study led by the Butantan Institute, in collaboration with international universities, has introduced a new system for naming dengue virus strains. This initiative aims to improve global monitoring of viral mutations and enhance communication among laboratories and public

Richard Bouhet/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images New York State has reported its first locally transmitted case of chikungunya, with no recent history of international travel. The patient, a Long Island resident, is believed to have contracted the virus from a

In a surprising turn of events, the United Kingdom has officially recorded the presence of two mosquito species known for transmitting dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever—including the notorious Aedes aegypti. This marks a major shift in the global distribution

Dengue is no longer a concern limited to tropical countries—it has evolved into a silent global crisis. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 3.6 billion people currently live in areas at risk of dengue virus transmission, representing nearly half

It’s not uncommon for homemade remedies and natural tips to circulate among family, friends, and social media as ways to combat dengue. Among these, the use of yam as an ally in fighting the disease has gained attention. But where

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has issued a clear warning: Europe is entering a new phase in its public health landscape. Mosquito-borne diseases, once considered rare on the continent, are now emerging with increasing frequency and