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Highlights
- From the last SitRep, 13 new cases reported with positive rapid test, which brings up the total cumulative DF cases to 793.
- Majority of confirmed cases from Tongatapu (417), Vava’u (310), ‘Eua (62) and Haápai (4).
- A total of 3 cases are currently hospitalized, all in Vaiola Hospital. They are all in STABLE condition.
- 3 dengue-related death reported to date. No new death reported as of today.
- Age group mostly affected is 10-19 years old. Youngest age affected is a 2 months old baby.
- Dengue Virus Type 2 (DENV-2) is the responsible virus for this current outbreak in Tonga.
Response Activities
- Ongoing case investigation and vector control to hot spot and high risk areas.
Recommendations for the Public
- Continue to clean up and destroy mosquito breeding sites around the HOME and SCHOOLS. Empty old tyres and standing water containers regularly, minimum once a week.
- Wear appropriate clothing to minimize mosquito bites and use mosquito nets and repellents such as lotion and spray.
- While majority of dengue cases are mild and show no symptoms, the illness can become severe. Watch out for symptoms – High Fever (40°C) accompanied by two or more of the following: headache, nausea, vomiting, body ache and rash.
- Even after the fever has gone away, seek immediate medical assistance if you or someone has severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, bleeding gums, vomiting blood, rapid breathing, fatigue/restlessness.
Number of consultations with Dengue like Illness versus Lab-confirmed Dengue cases, per day.