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Dengue fever spreading its tentacles in many parts of Yemen

Dengue fever claimed the life of a three-year-old child in Lahj province, south of Yemen, early on Wednesday, said sources.

  • By Nasser Arrabyee, Correspondent
  • Published: 15:47 June 25, 2008
  • Gulf News

Sana'a: Dengue fever claimed the life of a three-year-old child in Lahj province, south of Yemen, early on Wednesday, said sources.

Many in the area are suffering from fever, the symptoms are similar to that of dengue fever - strong headache, dizziness and red eyes, said the sources.

More than 115 Yemenis were officially confirmed as suffering from dengue fever among 1,903 suspected cases found in different provinces of the country since the beginning of 2008.

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