Argentina in national emergency due to Dengue epidemic, which is increasing due to the serious shortage of mosquito repellents
Of Luigia Bruccoleri Published on 7 April 2024
The epidemiological situation in Argentina is becoming quite alarming in this 2024, with an epidemic of Dengue which is reaching unprecedented levels, far exceeding the numbers recorded in the previous year.
Dengue in Argentina, there are no repellents
The fight against the virus is seriously compromised by chronic lack of mosquito repellents, essential to protect the population from the bites of these insects. However, residents are facing enormous difficulties in purchasing such products, with many shops and pharmacies reporting a complete lack of stock and skyrocketing prices on the online market. This critical situation requires an immediate response from health authorities and policy makers.
Argentina, alarming Dengue data
The situation described by the BBC online is alarming: the government has promised to address the problem, but many citizens, especially a Buenos Aires, they fear for their healthgiven the wide spread of the virus Dengue.
According to the Ministry of Health, so far theArgentina has reported over 163,000 cases Of Dengue fever in 2024, with deaths recorded in all age groups, with a high incidence among the elderly.
Argentina in emergency
There shortage of repellents emerged already in March, now becoming one serious national emergency. Immediate and coordinated action is imperative to ensure equitable access to repellents and to intensify mosquito control measures to protect the population and contain the spread of Dengue.
