The most common Arthropod-Borne viruses (Arboviruses) are, in fact, some of the world’s most dangerous mosquito-borne illnesses, such as Dengue, Yellow fever, Chikungunya, and Zika.
In fact, arboviral outbreaks are increasing worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Every year, dengue fever infects 390 million people in the 130 countries where it is endemic. It can cause hemorrhagic fever and death.
Yellow fever poses a high risk of outbreaks in 40 countries and causes jaundice, severe hemorrhagic fever, and death.
Arboviruses are Some of the World’s Most Dangerous Mosquito-borne Illnesses
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