Dengue fever is a growing problem: Why it’s so hard to beat with vaccines

Dengue Fever Is A Growing Problem: Why It’s So Hard To Beat With Vaccines

The Nigerian Voice - March 26, 2026

"Little wonder that dengue is one of the most common mosquito-borne viral diseases in the world. Scientists estimate that around 390 million infections occur every year, and it’s an important public health concern in Africa." — Dr. Marielena Vogel Saivish, research fellow in virology, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)