A report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights a worrying trend: rising global temperatures are contributing to an increase in fever-related illnesses in tropical and subtropical regions. Warmer climates expand the habitats of disease-carrying vectors like mosquitoes, leading to higher incidences of dengue, malaria, and other febrile illnesses.
Data from Southeast Asia and sub-Saharan Africa show a 15% rise in fever cases over the past decade, coinciding with record-breaking temperatures. Public health officials warn that without urgent action, this trend could escalate, overwhelming healthcare systems.
The WHO recommends enhanced surveillance, vector control programs, and community education to mitigate the impact. Researchers are also exploring the development of heat-resistant medications and vaccines tailored to evolving pathogens in a warming world.
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