Eleven (11) new ciguatera fish poisoning (CFP) cases were reported nationally, bringing the cumulative total to 75 cases.
No deaths were reported during this period; one (1) case was hospitalised and later discharged, with no current hospitalisations.
Case numbers declined slightly from Epiweek 09 to Epiweek 11, remained below the alert threshold during that time, and exceeded the alert threshold in Epiweek 12.
Males accounted for 60% of cases, while females represented 40%.
The 15–34‑year age group was the most affected.
Most cases were linked to consumption of unspecified “other” fish, followed by reef fish, Karosol fish, red fish, and smaller numbers associated with shellfish, trevally, red mouth, and parrot fish.
Cases were reported across eight islands, with Efate accounting for the highest proportion (63%)
The Surveillance Team will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide updates as required.
