Rising Cases and Deaths
The and face a historic dengue fever crisis, with over 12.6 million suspected cases and more than 7,700 deaths in 2024, marking a significant increase from previous years.
, , and lead in case numbers, while the virus has also spread to regions previously unaffected, including parts of the .
Contributing Factors and Responses
Climate change, urbanization, and poor sanitation are cited as major contributors to the dengue surge, with warmer temperatures and climatic events facilitating mosquito spread.
Health officials emphasize the importance of preventing stagnant water accumulation to combat mosquito breeding, with and implementing public health measures.