Panama: Dengue Fever Epidemic

By Larry Habegger | Permalink | No Comments | May 2nd, 2007 | Trackback

Dengue fever continues to be a problem in Panama, with almost 1,000 cases reported this year, about the same rate as 2006. The rainy season is about to begin, however, and mosquito breeding increases at that time. The regions most affected are Panama City and San Miguelito. The best way to prevent dengue fever, which can sometimes be fatal, is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

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