Overview

• Dengue cases in the Americas have surpassed 3.5 million, marking a significant increase from last year.
• More than 1,000 deaths have been reported across the region, with Brazil being the most affected country.
• Puerto Rico, among other countries, has declared a public health emergency in response to the spike in cases.
• The outbreak is attributed to factors such as climate change, urbanization, and the post-COVID travel rebound.
• Limited supplies of the newly approved Qdenga vaccine pose challenges in controlling the outbreak.