Cuba: Over 50,000 Confirmed Cases Since January 2025
- As of the week ending January 6, 2026, Cuba has reported a decrease in cases of both dengue and chikungunya, according to Cubadebate.
- Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas, including Cuba.
- Chikungunya is another mosquito-borne viral disease, causing fever and severe joint pain.
Cuba reports Decreasing cases of Dengue and Chikungunya
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As of the week ending January 6, 2026, Cuba has reported a decrease in cases of both dengue and chikungunya, according to Cubadebate. This follows reports from Outbreak News Today regarding the ongoing situation.
Dengue in Cuba: Current Status
Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas, including Cuba. The Ministry of Public Health of Cuba (MINSAP) actively monitors and reports dengue cases. While specific numbers for the week ending January 6, 2026, are not available in readily accessible English-language authoritative sources, Cubadebate reports a decrease in cases during that period. Further details regarding case counts and geographic distribution within Cuba require direct access to MINSAP reports.
Chikungunya in Cuba: Current Status
Chikungunya is another mosquito-borne viral disease, causing fever and severe joint pain. Cuba experienced significant chikungunya outbreaks in the past, notably in 2014-2015. Outbreak News today reported on the ongoing presence of chikungunya in Cuba in 2024. Cubadebate indicates a decrease in chikungunya cases as of the week ending January 6, 2026. The pan American Health Organization (PAHO) provides regional surveillance data, but specific Cuban data requires consulting PAHO reports directly.
Mosquito Control Measures in Cuba
Cuba has a long-standing program of mosquito control,including source reduction,larviciding,and adulticiding. The program is largely state-run and relies on community participation. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) recognized Cuba’s achievement in eliminating the transmission of mosquito-borne diseases in 2019, though re-emergence of dengue and chikungunya demonstrates the ongoing need for vigilance. The effectiveness of these measures fluctuates based on environmental factors and resource allocation.
Breaking News Check (January 24, 2026)
As of January 24, 2026, 01:17:10 UTC, there are no reports of significant new developments regarding dengue or chikungunya outbreaks in Cuba beyond the data reported by Cubadebate on January 6, 2026. Continued monitoring of official sources like the Cuban Ministry of Public Health (MINSAP) and Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is recommended.