As the number of dengue infections continues to climb, Trinidad and Tobago Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh warns that the country is facing an "outbreak situation". Minister Deyalsingh said that the number of confirmed dengue cases—currently 825 infected and 8 deaths—is greater than in prior years. The most
According to Trinidad and Tobago's Ministry of Health, dengue cases have suddenly surged. The MoH reportedly recorded 58 fresh cases during the past four days. With these additional cases, the overall count of laboratory-confirmed dengue illnesses is 450—a significant increase from 392 cases noted last Friday. The
Jamaica Ministry of Health and Wellness launched its Dengue Outbreak Mitigation Plan, which includes search-and-destroy operations, clinical management, workforce management, surveillance, and public education. "The plan's objective is to lessen the dengue outbreak's negative effects on the populace," stated Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, Portfolio Minister. Along
Release - The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is reminding the public that arboviral diseases such as dengue, chikungunya and Zika are still circulating in the Caribbean region. In light of this, CARPHA emphasizes the importance of prevention and control measures to reduce the transmission
Jamaicans are reminded to continuously take the appropriate precautions to prevent dengue fever infection. Dr Tonia Dawkins-Beharie, Medical Officer of Health of St. Elizabeth Health Services, urged individuals not to become complacent in the fight against the disease. She spoke at the St. Elizabeth Municipal Corporation's monthly
Press Release - St. Vincent and the Grenadines' (SVG) Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment wishes to advise the public that the Dengue Fever Outbreak first noted in July 2020 continues with a total of 306 laboratory-confirmed cases of Dengue Fever from January 1,
