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Which mosquito species is primarily responsible for transmitting the Dengue virus?
Which mosquito species is primarily responsible for transmitting the Dengue virus?
- Anopheles gambiae
- Culex pipiens
- Aedes aegypti (correct)
- Aedes albopictus
During which period are outbreaks of Dengue fever most likely to occur?
During which period are outbreaks of Dengue fever most likely to occur?
- Summer season
- Post-monsoon period (correct)
- Winter season
- Spring season
What is the main reservoir and source of infection for Dengue fever?
What is the main reservoir and source of infection for Dengue fever?
- Mosquito breeding sites in urban areas
- Man as a case or carrier (correct)
- Underground water sumps
- Cattle feeding
Which clinical syndrome of Dengue virus infection presents with severe headache, muscle and joint pain, rash, and other hemorrhagic manifestations?
Which clinical syndrome of Dengue virus infection presents with severe headache, muscle and joint pain, rash, and other hemorrhagic manifestations?
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What is the intrinsic incubation period of Dengue fever?
What is the intrinsic incubation period of Dengue fever?
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