Learn more about dengue

Children and babies can catch dengue in exactly the same way as an adult – through the bite of an infected mosquito.  

Traveling to any part of the world with dengue can put you at potential risk, but you can lower your chances of infection by taking measures to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.  

Efforts to protect against dengue are more effective when whole communities are involved. In some parts of the world, for example, in Singapore and Cuba, communities have worked together and successfully reduced the spread of dengue.

Mosquitoes that spread dengue live in cities, towns and villages. They can breed in anything that holds still water, such as buckets, plant pots, tires, animal bowls and even bottle tops. Being aware of your home environment can help protect you and your family from infection.