Since the mosquito breeds in small amounts of fresh water, eliminating standing water in places like flowerpots and old tires can reduce exposure to this dengue carrier.
Tue, May 20, 2008 - Page 16 News List
Break-bone fever
Aided by global warming and uncontrolled urbanization, dengue fever has increased rapidly in many parts of the world in recent years. What should travelers do when they visit an area that has experienced an epidemic?
By Jane E. Brody / NY TIMES NEWS SERVICE , NEW YORK
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