Epidemiological Update Dengue in the Region of the Americas 28 March 2023

In 2022, the Region of the Americas an increase in the number of cases and deaths due to dengue was observed compared to the previous years. This trend has continued during the first weeks of 2023, and in some countries, it has become even more pronounced, resulting in overburdening of health care services. Given this situation, the Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) reiterates to Member States to organize the health care service networks and strengthen health care services, while reinforcing individual and vector prevention and control measures to reduce the impact on the population.