27-year-old British tourist, Emma Cox, mistook dengue fever for the flu after her trip to Bali, leading to hospital quarantine and vaccination consideration.

27-year-old British tourist, Emma Cox, mistook dengue fever for the flu after her trip to Bali, resulting in a hospital quarantine. Cox experienced muscle and joint pain, a full-body rash, and a severe headache, which she initially attributed to air conditioning issues. Upon returning to the UK, she was diagnosed with dengue virus, transmitted by mosquito bites. As a precautionary measure, she is now considering getting vaccinated before future travels.

June 14, 2024
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