Country: Tonga
Sources: Government of Tonga, Tonga Red Cross Society
Please refer to the attached file.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• A total of 66 confirmed dengue fever cases since the last report; including 2 new cases.
• Age group, gender, and island distribution remain unchanged, with the majority of cases reported among age group 11 – 14years, predominantly male, and highest in Tongatapu Island.
• Two cases are currently hospitalized, with one at Princess Fusipala Hospital, Ha’apai and one at Niu’eiki Hospital, ‘Eua.
• No dengue- related death reported to date.
• Dengue virus serotype 2 (DENV-2)