Dengue fever in São Paulo state
Since the beginning of the year, the state of São Paulo has reported nearly 400,000 probable dengue fever cases (393,723), including 296,143 confirmed cases as of March 21.
Of those infected, 270 deaths have been reported.
The region of São Paulo with the highest number of deaths is São José do Rio Preto, with 86, followed by Ribeirão Preto, with 34; and Campinas, also with 34 deaths.
The region with the highest incidence of infections, per 100,000 inhabitants, is São José do Rio Preto (4400), followed by Araçatuba (3200) and Araraquara (2300).
Measles update: USA, Canada and Mexico
Today, the government of São Paulo began an action that aims to combat misinformation and raise awareness among the population about the disease. Until March 31, from 10 am to 4 pm, an interactive booth will be installed in five communities in the capital of São Paulo: Heliópolis, São João, Cantinho do Céu, Paraisópolis and Jardim Planalto.
The action aims to clarify doubts about symptoms, treatment and vaccination offered by the Unified Health System (SUS), in addition to combating fake news related to the disease.
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