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India Approves Dengue Vaccine Amid Rising Cases

India Approves Dengue Vaccine Amid Rising Cases
India Has A Dengue Vaccine. Now It Needs A Strategy · NDTV

India has approved its first dengue vaccine, but the real challenge is figuring out how to use it effectively.

Dengue cases have been rising, and the disease is now a year-round problem.

The vaccine is a big step, but health officials need a smart plan to prevent outbreaks rather than just reacting to them.

They need to consider things like climate change, which is making mosquitoes more active, and focus on preventing severe cases.

The success of the vaccine will depend on how well it's integrated into a broader health strategy.

Key facts

Dengue Cases in 2024
233,000+ cases, nearly 300 deaths
Dengue Cases in 2025
122,000 cases, 130+ deaths
Early 2026 Dengue Cases
7,000 cases by end of February
Vaccine Approval
India's first dengue vaccine approved
Climate Impact
Warmer temperatures and erratic rainfall patterns increase mosquito breeding

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