November 17, 2024 1:52 PM

Climate change responsible for 19% of rising dengue cases: Study

Amid a record year for dengue infections globally, a new study has found that climate change is responsible for 19% of the rising dengue burden. Climate change has the potential to trigger an additional 40-60% increase by 2050 — and up to 150-200% in some areas — according to the study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) in the US. India has also seen a surge in dengue cases this year. The latest findings from researchers at Sta...