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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The dengue outbreak in the Pacific has had a considerable impact on public health:</p><ul><li>American Samoa reported two cases in early 2019.</li><li>Cook Islands confirmed 83 cases by August 2019.</li><li>18 confirmed and 21 probable cases as of April 2019 in the Cook Islands.</li><li>66 cases from Rarotonga and 3 from Aitutaki.</li><li>A total of 38 hospitalizations with no reported deaths.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>To protect yourself and seek help during a dengue outbreak, follow these steps:</p><ul><li>Use insect repellent containing DEET or picaridin.</li><li>Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.</li><li>Sleep under mosquito nets if in areas with active mosquitoes.</li><li>Avoid exposure during peak mosquito activity times (dawn and dusk).</li><li>Seek medical attention if you experience dengue symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, or mild bleeding.</li><li>Avoid stagnant water where mosquitoes breed.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
        <p>
            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit with the following items:</p><ul><li>Insect repellent and mosquito nets.</li><li>First aid kit with fever reducers like acetaminophen (avoid aspirin and ibuprofen).</li><li>Oral rehydration salts for hydration if dengue symptoms occur.</li><li>Bottled water and non-perishable food items.</li><li>Protective clothing (long sleeves, pants).</li><li>Emergency contact numbers and a list of nearby medical facilities.</li></ul>
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In late 2018, a significant dengue outbreak affected multiple Pacific countries including American Samoa and Cook Islands, highlighting the need for effective vector control and preventive measures.

Pacific Region Faces Widespread Dengue Outbreak

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Starting in October 2018, the Pacific region experienced a significant dengue outbreak impacting several countries, including American Samoa and the Cook Islands. The outbreak continued into 2019, with reports of multiple cases and various serotypes. Authorities have implemented vector control strategies to contain the spread and limit the public health impact.

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