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Zero dengue deaths by 2030 possible – scientific working group
A scientific working group has declared that achieving zero dengue deaths by 2030 is attainable through scientific innovation, strategic planning, and community collaboration.
The global burden of dengue has doubled to over 14 million cases in 2024, with Asia bearing 70% of the impact, and the Philippines is among the nations experiencing a rise in cases.
Dengue-related deaths worldwide rose from 7,300 to 10,000.
Achieving zero dengue deaths requires a multi-sectoral approach involving the government, health workers, advocates, the public, and the media.
Vaccination, in coordination with both public and private sectors, is identified as a crucial method for controlling the spread of dengue.
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