Host Response

Discover how Type I interferons power the body’s natural defense against dengue and other viruses, shaping Latino immunity and future therapies.

Fever is one of the body’s natural defenses against infection, but it can also cause fatigue, discomfort, and dehydration, especially during viral illnesses like dengue. Ibuprofen, one of the most trusted over-the-counter medications in Latin America, helps reduce fever and inflammation by blocking prostaglandins and resetting the body’s thermostat. Learn how this essential drug works and how to use it safely.