The number of Dutch people contracting dengue, or breakbone fever, while traveling seems to be declining again after a record peak. However, experts warn that the mosquito-borne disease is actually on the rise worldwide. Dengue can have severe consequences for victims, says Mai Lin Muis, who became seriously ill during her trip. "I was swimming in my own sweat."
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The number of Dutch people contracting dengue, or breakbone fever, while traveling seems to be declining again after a record peak. However, experts warn that the mosquito-borne disease is actually on the rise worldwide. Dengue can have severe consequences for victims, says Mai Lin Muis, who became seriously ill during her trip. "I was swimming in my own sweat."