Planning a trip to Southeast Asia? ​ ​ You should know, according to The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dengue is common in many popular destinations in Southeast Asia. Anyone who lives in or travels to a risk area of dengue is at risk of infection. ​ ​ To help you plan your trip, follow Know Dengue for important information on the risk of dengue and some recommended precautions.​ ​ Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Areas with Risk of Dengue.​ https://www.cdc

What can you do as part of an integrated dengue management strategy to help protect yourself from dengue and stop it spreading through your community? Destroy the breeding sites of disease-carrying mosquitos:[1,2] 🪣Cover water storage containers, empty and clean them every week.[1]🪣 🪴🛞 Empty or remove containers that hold water, such as tires, buckets and plant pots.[1,2]🪴🛞 🚫 Use insect repellents, mosquito coils and vaporizers, and insecticide-treated materials in your home to prevent mo