"Dengue Epidemic Sparks Public Health Emergency in Puerto Rico"

Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency due to a significant increase in dengue fever cases, with over 549 reported since the start of the year. The outbreak has prompted the government to access necessary resources to combat the situation, as cases have exceeded historical figures. The most common symptoms of dengue fever include fever, headaches, nausea, and body pain, with severe cases potentially leading to hospitalization and even death. Efforts to prevent the spread of the virus include eliminating mosquito breeding sites and promoting the use of mosquito repellents. This marks the second time Puerto Rico has declared a dengue epidemic, with the last one occurring in 2012.