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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The dengue outbreak in the Maldives had severe impacts: <ul><li>1,289 cases reported in the first half of 2011</li><li>Significant increase compared to previous years</li><li>Strain on the healthcare system</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <ul><li>Use mosquito repellent regularly to avoid bites.</li><li>Wear long-sleeved clothing and pants.</li><li>Keep windows and doors closed or use screens.</li><li>Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes breed.</li><li>If you suspect dengue infection, seek medical attention immediately.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <ul><li>Mosquito repellent and netting</li><li>First aid kit including fever reducers</li><li>Bottled water</li><li>Flashlight and batteries</li><li>Emergency contact numbers</li></ul>
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The Maldives experienced a significant dengue outbreak in the first half of 2011, with 1,289 cases reported, marking a notable increase in incidence.

Dengue Outbreak in Maldives Sees Sharp Rise in Cases

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In the first half of 2011, the Maldives experienced a severe dengue outbreak with 1,289 reported cases. This marked a significant increase in incidence compared to the same period in the past two years. The outbreak was reported by the Centre for Community Health and Disease Control (CCHDC) of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in a country with a population of 309,000.

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