From 1 June to 9 November 2003, 2185 laboratory
confirmed cases of dengue fever have been reported in Delhi and surrounding
areas (see previous report ). Additional information is being sought to
determine possible cases of dengue haemorrhagic fever. Circulating dengue
virus serotypes DEN-3 and 2 have been reported to be associated with this
outbreak.
The outbreak is ongoing and vector control
measures have been intensified.
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