Dominican Republic reports 338 dengue and 137 malaria cases so far in 2026

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has recorded 338 confirmed dengue cases and 137 malaria cases so far in 2026, according to the Ministry of Public Health’s epidemiological bulletin for week 36, covering September 6–12.

Malaria cases are down by approximately 82% compared with the same period in 2025, when 760 cases had been reported. No new malaria cases or deaths were recorded during week 36. Authorities continue surveillance, active case detection, diagnosis and treatment, particularly in San Juan and Azua, where transmission remains concentrated.

For dengue, 16 new confirmed cases were reported during week 36, bringing the annual total to 338, along with one death. Public Health said the dengue curve remains within the expected range and below the alert threshold, with the country maintaining one of the lowest cumulative dengue incidences in the Americas.

Meanwhile, 275 leptospirosis cases have been confirmed nationwide. No new cases were reported during week 36, while five were confirmed over the past four weeks, compared with 27 during the same period last year.

Puerto Plata accounts for the largest share of leptospirosis cases, with 74, or about 27% of the national total. Authorities linked many of these cases to the floods that affected the province.

Public Health continues to strengthen disease surveillance, early detection, treatment, environmental sanitation and rodent control, particularly in areas affected by heavy rains and flooding.

For dengue prevention, authorities are also promoting the “Eliminate, Clean and Cover” strategy to reduce mosquito breeding sites and encourage community participation.