# Mexico and region vector-borne disease control

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dengue-control-campaigns-in-mexico-and-argentina
> Updated: 2026-08-07T17:11:18.000Z. Sources: 58. Developments: 18.

Mexico’s integrated vector-borne disease programme continued intensive mitigation of dengue, Zika, and chikungunya through 2026, while expanding focus to malaria and leishmaniasis. Regional efforts in Argentina, Brazil, and Ecuador included door-to-door inspections, fumigation, and the removal of breeding sites. In Argentina, nationwide monitoring targeted the NOA, NEA, and Central regions, while Brazil conducted larval assessments and community vaccination drives. Ecuador intensified control in La Maná and Pangua via home inspections and large-scale fumigation.

In Mexico, diverse regional actions were reported. The State of Mexico launched long-term prevention campaigns in the southern "tierra caliente" region following reported dengue cases. In Sinaloa, authorities managed 139 dengue cases in Ahome through intensive cleaning and fumigation. In Morelos, officials increased surveillance in Temixco and surrounding areas as the rainy season began. Coahuila implemented vector control in Frontera and Torreón, alongside specialized brigades in the Región Centro to combat rising tick populations and prevent rickettsiosis. Quintana Roo and Sonora also intensified nebulization and neighborhood clean-ups to curb mosquito and tick spread.

Yucatán significantly scaled its response, completing a massive fumigation campaign across 106 municipalities in June and implementing a Wolbachia-based mosquito strategy. The state also established a technical group for leishmaniasis and intensified efforts to maintain malaria-free status by monitoring coastal zones for imported cases. In Veracruz, health authorities continued work toward malaria-free certification through enhanced surveillance and training. Additionally, Hidalgo implemented specialized aquatic-plant management to control mosquito habitats in local reservoirs.

## Claims

- Oaxaca health services inspected 1,195,000 water containers, removed 52,594, and applied larvicide to 67,304. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A 42‑year‑old woman in Nuevo Laredo was the first confirmed dengue case in 2026. (single source)
- Tamaulipas health authorities reported 36 dengue cases by 24 June 2026, mainly in Tampico, Ciudad Madero and Mante. (single source)
- Oaxaca recorded 22 confirmed dengue cases in epidemiological week 38 of 2026. (single source)
- Oaxaca health authorities visited 87,220 homes to advise families on dengue prevention. (single source)
- Frontera, Coahuila conducts nightly ultra‑low‑volume fogging in neighborhoods and ejidos and has not confirmed any dengue cases. (single source)
- Frontera's vector control activities are coordinated with Jurisdicción Sanitaria Cuarta. (single source)
- Tamaulipas performed 174,150 ovitrap surveillance actions, 262,964 larval control actions, nebulized 8,409 hectares and sprayed 1,576 homes in the first quarter of 2026. (single source)
- Quintana Roo recorded 20 new dengue cases between 11 and 18 July 2026, bringing the total to 153, a 101 % increase over the same period in 2025. (single source)
- Goiás recorded 93,548 probable dengue cases from January to July 2026 and 75 deaths, with DENV‑3 identified in 53.2 % of samples. (single source)
- Lucas do Rio Verde confirmed 173 dengue cases and 149 suspected cases in the last 30 days, installing 300 ovitraps with 62 % positivity. (single source)
- Colón province in Panama accumulated 1,220 dengue cases up to epidemiological week 30, with a possible third dengue‑related death under investigation. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: Yucatán intensifies efforts to achieve malaria-free certification

Yucatán health authorities are strengthening surveillance and prevention measures to certify the state as malaria-free, focusing on monitoring imported cases among coastal fishing communities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yucatn-intensifies-efforts-to-achieve-malaria-free-certification

### 2026-07-30: Dengue outbreaks trigger intensified vector control in Mexico and Latin America

Dengue cases rise in Mexico, Brazil and Panama, prompting extensive fumigation, larvicide use and community clean‑up efforts across the affected regions.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-health-agencies-boost-dengue-mosquito-control-in-tamaulipas-oaxaca-and-coahuila

### 2026-07-18: Mexico advances malaria‑free certification in Veracruz and leishmaniasis task force in Yucatán

Mexico's Veracruz steps up malaria surveillance to earn malaria‑free certification, while Yucatán creates a technical group to improve leishmaniasis monitoring and treatment.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-advances-malariafree-certification-in-veracruz-and-leishmaniasis-task-force-in-yucatn

### 2026-07-06: Mexico expands mosquito control operations in Yucatán and La Piedad

Mexico's Yucatán state and La Piedad municipality intensify mosquito control measures, including aerial nebulization and fumigation, to curb dengue and Culex mosquitoes during peak season.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-expands-mosquito-control-operations-in-yucatn-and-la-piedad

### 2026-07-05: Mosquito Control Efforts Launched in Los Cabos and Argentina to Combat Dengue

Los Cabos starts a five‑month dengue mosquito fumigation drive, while Argentina’s health ministry conducts winter surveillance, inspecting 50,000 homes and removing 10,740 breeding sites to curb Aedes aegypti.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mosquito-control-efforts-launched-in-los-cabos-and-argentina-to-combat-dengue

### 2026-07-03: Ecuador’s Health Ministry intensifies dengue control in La Maná and Pangua

Ecuador’s health ministry ramps up dengue control in La Maná and Pangua, fumigating thousands of homes, removing breeding sites and urging prompt medical care.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ecuadors-health-ministry-intensifies-dengue-control-in-la-man-and-pangua

### 2026-06-29: Municipalities in Argentina and Brazil Intensify Aedes aegypti Mosquito Control

Health agencies in Argentina and Brazil are conducting widespread fumigation, larval control and community outreach to fight Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and prevent dengue, Zika and chikungunya.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-conducts-widespread-mosquito-fumigation-in-esteban-echeverra-and-capital-neighborhoods

### 2026-06-27: Yucatán health officials launch hand‑washing drive and Wolbachia mosquito program

Yucatán’s health secretariat promotes hand‑washing to curb rain‑season illnesses and unveils Wolbachia‑treated mosquitoes to lower dengue and other arboviral disease risk.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yucatn-health-officials-launch-handwashing-drive-and-wolbachia-mosquito-program

### 2026-06-22: Coahuila health officials boost tick‑prevention brigades amid heatwave

Coahuila health officials are deploying brigades and supplies to curb tick growth and prevent rickettsia as a heatwave raises disease risk, urging pet owners to maintain vaccinations and hygiene.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/coahuila-health-officials-boost-tickprevention-brigades-amid-heatwave

### 2026-06-19: Yucatán completes massive mosquito fumigation campaign across 106 municipalities

Yucatán's health department completed a June 3‑17 fumigation campaign across all 106 municipalities, treating over 30,000 ha to curb Aedes aegypti and protect 2.3 million residents.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yucatn-completes-massive-mosquito-fumigation-campaign

### 2026-06-19: Mexican health officials urge home cleaning to curb tick and mosquito diseases

Mexican health officials in Chihuahua and Sonora ask residents to clean patios and remove debris to prevent rickettsiosis, mosquitoes and ticks during the summer.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-health-officials-urge-home-cleaning-to-curb-tick-and-mosquito-diseases

### 2026-06-18: Mexican health officials intensify dengue control as rains begin

Mexico's Morelos and Torreón health authorities are scaling up dengue surveillance, community clean‑up and fumigation efforts as the rainy season raises mosquito‑borne disease risk.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-health-officials-intensify-dengue-control-as-rains-begin

### 2026-06-16: Mexican health officials intensify dengue control after rains

Mexican states Quintana Roo and Coahuila ramp up nebulization, fumigation and public outreach to curb dengue‑spreading mosquitoes after heavy rains.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-intensifies-dengue-control-measures-after-heavy-rains

### 2026-06-15: Mexico reports dengue cases in State of Mexico and Sinaloa, ramps up prevention

Mexico’s State of Mexico reports five dengue cases and intensifies cleaning and fumigation, while Ahome in Sinaloa confirms 139 cases and continues extensive vector‑control actions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-reports-dengue-cases-in-state-of-mexico-and-sinaloa-ramps-up-prevention

### 2026-06-11: Mexican and Chilean Authorities Boost Mosquito Control Measures

Mexico and Chile ramp up mosquito control: Hidalgo adds high‑capacity shredders and fumigation to fight Culex, while Rapa Nui intensifies Aedes aegypti surveillance and community prevention.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-and-chilean-authorities-boost-mosquito-control-measures

### 2026-06-03: Chile and Mexico intensify dengue mosquito control measures

Chile detected ten Aedes aegypti breeding sites in Antofagasta and launched fumigation, while Mexico urges weekly household cleaning to prevent dengue spread as rains begin.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-and-mexico-intensify-dengue-mosquito-control-measures

### 2026-06-02: Mexican towns Temixco, Matamoros begin intensive dengue control drives

Mayors in Temixco and Matamoros, Mexico, have launched coordinated dengue‑control campaigns, including fogging, container removal and community outreach, after reporting sharp case declines.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-towns-temixco-matamoros-begin-intensive-dengue-control-drives

### 2026-05-12: Dengue control drives launched in Mexico's State of Mexico and Argentina's Resistencia

Mexico and Argentina roll out dengue prevention campaigns with house inspections, spraying and community engagement.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dengue-control-drives-launched-in-mexicos-state-of-mexico-and-argentinas-resistencia

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