Dengue Fever
What is Dengue Fever? Infection caused by Dengue virus Usually younger children have milder cases than older people.
Who Can Get Dengue Fever? People who are bitten by mosquito that has the virus CANNOT be transmitted person to person
How do you get Dengue Fever? Being bitten by a mosquito that’s infected with the Dengue virus
What are the Symptoms? Severe Headache Severe eye pain Joint Pain Muscle/Bone Pain Rash Mild bleeding/easily bruising skin
What Should I Do If I Might Have Dengue Fever? No specific treatment Take pain relievers Get plenty of rest Drink fluids See Dr if feel worse or develop severe abdominal pain.
Additional Information No Vaccine Prevented by : Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes lay eggs Use bug spray with DEET. Use screens/bed nets