Brazil Faces Severe Dengue Epidemic with Over 500,000 Cases

The country battles an unprecedented outbreak during its tourist season, with efforts to eliminate mosquito breeding sites intensifying.

Brazil has reported 512,000 cases of dengue fever nationwide, marking a significant increase from the previous year.
A public health epidemic was declared in several states and the capital, highlighting the severity of the outbreak.
Health workers are targeting mosquito breeding sites, with over 80% located in residential areas.
The Oswaldo Cruz Foundation predicts up to 4.2 million cases this year, attributing the surge to climate change and the presence of four dengue virus serotypes.
Efforts to raise awareness and prevent the spread include the '10 minutes that save lives' initiative and distribution of free repellent during Carnival.