According to data from the Center for Strategic Health Information, among those infected in the state, 273 were death and 545 developed severe staff, while 465 deaths are still under investigation
The state of is facing a significant increase in cases of with almost 300,000 infections confirmed since the beginning of the year. This alarming outbreak resulted in the deaths of 273 people, while 465 deaths are still under investigation, according to the Center for Strategic Health Information. Despite the worrying scenario, the last week brought positive news: there was a reduction in the transmission of the disease, with 3,224 new cases confirmed, the smallest number recorded in one week since the beginning of the year, and no death.
The São José do Rio Preto region leads in number of deaths, with 86 deaths, followed by Ribeirão Preto and Campinas, both with 34 deaths. In terms of incidence, São José do Rio Preto is also ahead, followed by Araçatuba and Araraquara. This increase in cases and deaths has generated concern among health authorities, which are intensifying efforts to control the situation.
In response to the situation, the São Paulo government started an awareness campaign in five communities: Heliópolis, São João, Cantinho do Céu, Paraisópolis and Jardim Planalto. The action includes an interactive cabin available until March 31, where residents can answer questions about dengue.
Dengue symptoms include high fever, pain behind the eyes, body aches, muscles and joints, red spots on the skin and itching. Dengue vaccination is available in For young people aged 10 to 14 years. However, the vaccine is not yet accessible to the entire population, which makes prevention even more crucial. The main recommendation is to avoid standing water, which favors the proliferation of the mosquito transmitting the disease.
*With information from Valéria Luizette
*Report produced with the aid of AI
