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An outbreak investigation of a large dengue fever outbreak in Somaliland, 2023–2024

Year: 2026

Type: article

Study design: Observational Study

Abstract: Somaliland experienced a large dengue fever outbreak in 2023–2024, with 4,971 probable cases, 1,703 confirmed by rapid tests, and three deaths. Reported cases spanned five regions, with 74% in Marodijeh. We highlight the utility of the new laboratory surveillance and the need for mitigating dengue risks amid climatic fluctuations.

Source: Journal of Public Health in Africa

DOI: 10.4102/jphia.v17i1.1842

Authors: H Asad, A Ali, A Hashi, I Hirsi, M Bahdoon, VJ Del Rio Vilas, OJ Brady, H Bower, F Haque, R Li, M Hergeye

Institutions: UK Health Security Agency, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Mosquito-borne diseases and control

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $431

Funders: London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Department of Health and Social Care

OpenAlex ID: W7223172075

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