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Dengue in north Queensland, 2002.

Jeffrey N Hanna1, Scott A Ritchie, Susan L Hills

  • 1Tropical Public Health Unit Network, Queensland Health, Cairns, Queensland. Jeffrey_hanna@health.qld.gov.au

Communicable Diseases Intelligence Quarterly Report
|September 27, 2003
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In 2002, North Queensland experienced three dengue outbreaks, including Australia's first dengue 4. Molecular analysis traced two outbreaks to Southeast Asia, highlighting disease importation risks.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Entomology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Dengue fever poses a significant public health challenge globally.
  • Australia maintains surveillance for dengue virus due to its proximity to endemic regions.
  • Previous dengue activity in North Queensland necessitated ongoing monitoring.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report on dengue virus activity in North Queensland during 2002.
  • To identify the origins of detected dengue outbreaks.
  • To document the first occurrence of dengue 4 in Australia.

Main Methods:

  • Epidemiological investigation of suspected dengue cases and outbreaks.
  • Molecular analysis of viral isolates to determine serotype and origin.
  • Case finding and contact tracing during outbreak investigations.

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Main Results:

  • Three distinct dengue outbreaks occurred in North Queensland in 2002.
  • The first Australian outbreak of dengue 4 was documented.
  • Molecular typing suggested Thailand and Indonesia as origins for two outbreaks.
  • A suspected outbreak in the Torres Strait was confirmed as a false alarm.
  • Several imported dengue cases were identified in North Queensland.

Conclusions:

  • North Queensland is vulnerable to dengue virus importation and local transmission.
  • Molecular epidemiology is crucial for identifying disease origins and informing control strategies.
  • The emergence of dengue 4 underscores the need for continued vigilance and robust surveillance systems in Australia.