The number of dengue cases reported in Singapore from June 11 to 17 surged to 270, up by 65 per cent from the 163 cases reported the week...
The third high-risk cluster, comprising several HDB blocks in Lorong 1A and Lorong 2 Toa Payoh, grew to 10 cases, with eight cases found in the past two weeks.Dengue is spread by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which breed in stagnant water.In March, NEAin the warmer months of June, July and August, amid a surge in the Aedes aegypti mosquito population.
These mosquitoes are transmitting the less common dengue virus serotype 3, or DenV-3, that many residents are vulnerable to due to lack of exposure. Meanwhile, there was one new case of Zika virus reported on Tuesday, bringing the total number of Zika cases this year to 21.which had 15 cases in total, is considered closed.Those infected with the Zika virus may experience fever, rash and joint pain within three to 14 days of being bitten. Most patients, however, do not develop any symptoms.
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