[Yemen : Residents Report Dengue Fever Outbreak in Al-Matoun District, Al-Jawf

**Yemen Health Officials Confirm Dengue Fever Outbreak in Al‑Jawf’s Al‑Matoun District**

*Al‑Jawf, Yemen –* Local residents and a health official reported on Sunday that a dengue fever outbreak has been identified in the Al‑Matoun district of the Al‑Jawf governorate.

According to the statement, cases of dengue fever have been confirmed in the district, prompting concerns among community members. The health official, whose name was not disclosed, affirmed that the situation is being monitored and that appropriate public health measures are being considered to contain the spread of the disease.

The report was published by Yemen Online in its special‑reports section. No specific figures regarding the number of infected individuals, fatalities, or the timeline of the outbreak were provided in the initial announcement.

Dengue fever, a mosquito‑borne viral illness, can cause symptoms ranging from mild fever and rash to severe complications such as dengue hemorrhagic fever. Outbreaks are typically managed through vector control efforts, public awareness campaigns, and clinical surveillance.

Yemen’s Ministry of Public Health and Population has not yet released an official statement detailing response actions or additional data on the Al‑Matoun outbreak. Further updates are expected as health authorities assess the situation and implement control measures.

Article source: yemenonline.info | Image credit: Yemen Online