Dengue Fever May Break out in Vietnam Ca Mau

Dengue fever has developed fast and may spread to Vietnam’s southernmost province of Ca Mau, said the provincial Department of Health. So far this year, 120 local residents have suffered from the disease, up 120% from the same period last year, the department said, adding Tran Van Thoi, Cai Nuoc, Dam Doi and Ca Mau city are the most affected areas. According to the Ho Chi Minh City-based Pasteur Institute, dengue fever will become serious problem for southern provinces in coming time. The disease may break out in some localities in the southern region, it said. (Tin Tuc – News Apr 13)