Dominican Republic reports 415 dengue cases with La Altagracia most affected

The Dominican Republic Ministry of Public Health has confirmed 415 cases of dengue so far in 2026. The province of La Altagracia has recorded the highest incidence with 131 cases, followed by La Romana with 37 and Puerto Plata with 33.

In response, health authorities have intensified prevention and control measures, specifically targeting Higüey and Verón-Bávaro. Interventions include fumigating streets and homes, eliminating mosquito breeding sites, and conducting active searches for individuals presenting with fever. Health teams have also distributed larvicides, liquid chlorine, tank covers, and mosquito nets to mitigate the spread of the disease.