2005 dengue outbreak in Singapore
2005 Dengue Outbreak in Singapore
The 2005 Dengue Outbreak in Singapore (pronunciation: /ˈdɛŋɡiː/ DEN-gee) was a significant health event that affected the city-state of Singapore in the year 2005. The outbreak was caused by the Dengue virus, a mosquito-borne tropical disease.
Etymology
The term "Dengue" is derived from the Swahili phrase "Ka-dinga pepo", which describes the disease as being caused by an evil spirit. The Spanish borrowed the term as "dengue", referring to the careful gait of a person suffering the bone pain of dengue fever.
Outbreak
In 2005, Singapore experienced a major outbreak of the Dengue virus. The Ministry of Health reported a significant increase in the number of dengue cases, with a total of 14,006 cases and 27 deaths. This was the largest dengue outbreak in Singapore's history at the time.
Causes
The Dengue virus is primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected female Aedes aegypti mosquito. These mosquitoes thrive in and near human lodgings and breed primarily in man-made containers.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Dengue fever include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, and mild bleeding. In severe cases, it can develop into Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever or Dengue Shock Syndrome, which can be life-threatening.
Prevention and Control
Prevention and control measures implemented by the Ministry of Health included intensive mosquito control efforts, public education campaigns, and strict enforcement of laws against mosquito breeding.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 2005 dengue outbreak in Singapore
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