TEPHI Grand Rounds | Dengue: Increasing Global Burden and Challenges in Vaccine Development
When & Where
September 11, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Zoom Webinar ( View in Google Map)
Contact
- TEPHI
- [email protected]
Event Description
This upcoming TEPHI Grand Rounds webinar will explore the pathophysiology of dengue and severe dengue, focusing on how serotype exposure influences disease progression. Dengue, also known as 'breakbone fever', is a common and growing concern in tropical and subtropical regions, affecting up to 400 million people annually. With the expanding range of affected areas, both globally and in the United States, this webinar will delve into the reasons behind the rising number of cases and the role of serotype exposure in determining disease severity. Dr. Trevor Wellington, Director of the Clinical Trials Center, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, will also delve into the emerging global and U.S. burden of dengue, providing critical insights into this escalating public health challenge.
Event Site Link
https://go.uth.edu/TEPHIGR_Registration
Additional Information
This upcoming TEPHI Grand Rounds webinar will explore the pathophysiology of dengue and severe dengue, focusing on how serotype exposure influences disease progression. Dengue, also known as 'breakbone fever', is a common and growing concern in tropical and subtropical regions, affecting up to 400 million people annually. With the expanding range of affected areas, both globally and in the United States, this webinar will delve into the reasons behind the rising number of cases and the role of serotype exposure in determining disease severity. Dr. Trevor Wellington, Director of the Clinical Trials Center, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, will also delve into the emerging global and U.S. burden of dengue, providing critical insights into this escalating public health challenge.
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