Dengue spreads among Nauru asylum seekers

At least nine asylum seekers on Nauru have contracted dengue fever amid an outbreak, with advocates calling on Australia to take responsibility. Cases are rising on the island, with reports of difficulty accessing mosquito nets and adequate pain relief. The virus can compound pre-existing health conditions among the asylum seekers. Nauru's president acknowledged the increased cases, including among children, while Australia states it coordinates its response with the Nauru government.