With increasing concern over the spread of dengue fever in Iran, the Health Minister announced that so far, mosquito bites carrying the disease have been observed in 90 individuals in Iran, and three people have died. According to Mehr News Agency, Bahram Einollahi stated on Tuesday, July 4, that "due to the large volume of migrants, dengue fever has spread in the United Arab Emirates, which is the source of the disease's transmission into the country." He mentioned that the entry of this disease occurred through boats and ships or via airport travelers, adding, "Except for five individuals, all infected persons had traveled to the United Arab Emirates." Bahram Einollahi did not mention any potential plans from his ministry to prevent this trend and only urged the patients to visit healthcare centers. Dengue fever, known as 'breakbone fever,' is transmitted by the Aedes mosquito and can cause symptoms such as high fever, muscle pain, headache, and fatigue, potentially leading to dangerous complications in severe cases. Tropical areas with high humidity and stagnant water provide a suitable environment for the breeding of mosquitoes that transmit this disease. In Iran, warnings are issued annually at the beginning of the warm season and the start of the breeding season for the Aedes mosquito in marshes or empty spaces inside car tires in southern provinces, but this year there are serious reports of dengue fever cases in southern provinces. Previously, this disease was limited to wetter tropical and subtropical regions, but in recent years, due to global warming, the spread of this invasive mosquito type in Europe and the Middle East has raised concerns about the spread of dengue fever. Reports indicate that the Aedes mosquito, which has been observed in 13 European countries including France and Spain, has adapted to climate changes and is rapidly spreading. According to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, in 2023, 130 cases of dengue fever were reported in EU countries (plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway), while the number of cases a year earlier was 71. Officials from the mentioned center stated that with warmer summers and milder winters in Europe, it is expected that climate change will significantly impact the spread of mosquito-borne diseases in Europe.
Iran's Health Minister Reports 90 Cases of Dengue Fever and Three Deaths
Iran's Health Minister has reported 90 cases of dengue fever and three deaths, attributing the outbreak to travelers returning from the UAE. The spread of this disease raises concerns about public health in Iran, especially as climate change facilitates the proliferation of disease-carrying mosquitoes.
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📰 What Happened
Iran's Health Minister reported 90 cases of dengue fever and three deaths, linking the outbreak to travelers returning from the UAE. The situation raises alarms about public health as the disease spreads in southern provinces.
- Dengue fever cases have increased significantly, with a notable number of infections traced back to the UAE.
- The Aedes mosquito, which transmits dengue fever, is adapting to climate changes, increasing its range and the risk of outbreaks.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Dengue fever is a viral illness transmitted by mosquitoes, and its spread is increasingly influenced by climate change, which allows the Aedes mosquito to thrive in new regions.
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