2017 dengue outbreak in Peshawar
2017 Dengue Outbreak in Peshawar
The 2017 Dengue Outbreak in Peshawar (/dɛŋˈɡiː/), was a significant health crisis that occurred in the city of Peshawar, Pakistan in the year 2017. 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 mispronounced the phrase as "dengue", leading to the current name of the disease.
Outbreak
The outbreak began in the summer of 2017, with the first cases being reported in August. The Dengue Fever quickly spread throughout the city, affecting thousands of individuals and overwhelming the local healthcare system. The Government of Pakistan declared a state of emergency and initiated a large-scale fumigation campaign to control the mosquito population.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Dengue Fever include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, and mild bleeding. In severe cases, the disease can progress to Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever or Dengue Shock Syndrome, which can be fatal.
Prevention and Control
Prevention and control of Dengue Fever primarily involve controlling the mosquito population and preventing mosquito bites. This can be achieved through the use of insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating mosquito breeding sites.
Related Terms
- Epidemiology: The study of how diseases spread and can be controlled.
- Vector (epidemiology): An organism, typically a biting insect or tick, that transmits a disease or parasite from one animal or plant to another.
- Pandemic: An outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high proportion of the population.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 2017 dengue outbreak in Peshawar
- Wikipedia's article - 2017 dengue outbreak in Peshawar
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