Dengue surge: Around 700 patients a day strain hospitals (opens original article in a new tab)

Hospitals in the country are under severe strain due to a sharp rise in dengue cases, with around 700 patients reported daily. Dengue cases have increased fourfold compared to previous years, and doctors' unions criticize the failure of dengue control efforts and the lack of implementation of the Cuban system. Hospitals are experiencing bed and staff shortages.

• Hospitals face severe pressure due to a dengue surge with around 700 patients daily
• Dengue cases in 2026 increased fourfold compared to previous years
• Doctors' union criticizes failed dengue control efforts and lack of implementation of the Cuban system
• Hospitals report bed shortages and medical staff shortages