Climate Change Drives Surge in Global Dengue Fever Cases

Rising temperatures are linked to increased dengue infections, with innovative bacterial interventions showing promise in Brazil.

Global dengue infections reached 13 million by September 2024, with 8,500 deaths, a significant increase from 2023.
Approximately 19% of dengue cases in heavily affected regions are attributed to climate change, according to recent studies.
The Asian and Egyptian tiger mosquitoes are the primary carriers of the dengue virus, thriving at specific warm temperatures.
Research suggests that climate-induced dengue cases could rise to 60% by 2050 without improved climate measures.
Brazil's deployment of Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes has reduced dengue transmission by 90% in affected areas.