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Puerto Rico has declared an epidemic following a spike in dengue cases

Puerto Rico's health secretary declared an epidemic due to a spike in dengue cases. At least 549 cases have been reported this year, with the majority in San Juan.
Over 340 people have been hospitalized for dengue on the island, which last declared an epidemic in 2012. Worldwide, over 5 million dengue cases were reported last year.
Climate change factors like higher rainfall, humidity, and heat have contributed to the rise in dengue cases, causing symptoms like headaches, fever, and vomiting. Severe cases can lead to death.

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Puerto Rico has declared an epidemic following a spike in dengue cases

Puerto Rico has declared an epidemic following a spike in dengue cases. The U.S. territory of 3.2 million people has reported at least 549 cases so far this year, compared with a total of 1,293 cases for all of last year.

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Puerto Rico has declared an epidemic following a spike in dengue cases

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Puerto Rico has declared an epidemic following a spike in dengue cases

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico has declared an epidemic following a spike in dengue cases. The U.S. territory of 3.2 million people has reported at least 549 cases so far this year, compared with a total of 1,293 cases for all of last year. The island’s health department says more than 340 people have been hospitalized for the mosquito-borne virus. Officials said Monday that the majority of cases have been reported in the capital of Sa…

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