MIMS Education

Working Together to Control Dengue

Working Together to Control Dengue

Infectious DiseasesInternal MedicineFamily MedicineGeneral Practice
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Overview

About this course

Dengue is a mosquito-borne disease common in warm tropical climates. 80% of dengue infection are generally mild, severe dengue continues to be a leading cause of serious illness and death.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you should be able to:
  • Understand the persistent risk of dengue
  • Identify effective strategies for vector control
  • Learn about the interdependence of interventions to prevent dengue

Topics covered

  • Burden of dengue
  • Dengue transmission
  • Integrated vector management
  • Promising vector control modalities
  • Interdependence of interventions

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