Marianne Comparais

Gabriela Paz Bailey, the Chief of the dengue branch at the CDC, and Marianne Comparais, Director at the International Society for Neglected Tropical Diseases, dive deep into the alarming rise of dengue fever this year. They discuss the record 10 million cases globally and the potential for outbreaks during major events like the Olympics. The duo highlights Brazil as the epicenter, emphasizes the need for improved public health strategies, and addresses the challenges facing marginalized communities dealing with this neglected tropical disease.