Health officials are raising concerns about a significant increase in cases of dengue fever.
Here in Georgia, there are currently 20 reported cases, with most of them in metro Atlanta.
The Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a warning to healthcare providers to be vigilant for the virus.
The World Health Organization has also highlighted a dramatic rise in dengue fever cases globally.
Nearly 2,900 Americans have been infected with dengue fever so far this year, which is almost five times the number of cases reported in 2023.
More than 10 million cases have been documented in North and South America alone, doubling last year’s figures.
ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton said there are several contributing factors to the rise in cases.
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