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Global Dengue Observatory tracks monthly trends (Level A1) — A security camera attached to the side of a building

Global Dengue Observatory tracks monthly trendsCEFR A1

17 Mar 2026

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Adapted from Pablo Corso, SciDev • CC BY 2.0

Photo by ᛟᛞᚨᛚᚹ, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
1 min
55 words
  • A new observatory tracks dengue every month.
  • It collects data from many countries.
  • The tool helps scientists and the public.
  • Dengue is now in many countries.
  • Many people around the world are at risk.
  • Reporting cases can be slow and delayed.
  • Researchers adjust data to correct reporting delays.
  • Better tracking helps find local outbreaks faster.

Difficult words

  • observatory — A place or system that watches events
  • dengue — A viral disease spread by mosquitoes
  • data — Information collected about cases and events
  • report — To tell official numbers or facts to others
    reporting
  • researcher — A person who studies and checks information
    Researchers
  • outbreak — A sudden increase in disease cases locally
    outbreaks

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Discussion questions

  • Is dengue a risk where you live?
  • Do you think faster tracking is helpful?
  • Do you want outbreaks found faster in your area?

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