Cuban health authorities have announced a significant nationwide reduction in dengue fever cases, with sustained vector control operations confirmed through guaranteed funding. The update was delivered by Deputy Minister of Public Health Carilda Peña during a high-level meeting chaired by President Miguel Diaz-Canel, which convened experts and scientists to address critical health challenges.
Epidemiological analysis presented at the meeting revealed a consistent downward trend in infections across all regions. Mathematician Raul Guinovart Diaz, Director of Science and Technology at the University of Havana, provided detailed metrics showing particularly substantial declines in western and central provinces. While the eastern region demonstrates a more moderate decrease, it continues to follow the same positive trajectory.
Dr. Peña Garcia confirmed complete financial backing for the comprehensive vector control initiative through the first half of the year. This funding ensures the uninterrupted implementation of scheduled larvicide application cycles, a cornerstone of Cuba’s mosquito eradication strategy. Additionally, health officials are actively procuring necessary supplies to maintain campaign operations through the latter half of the year, preventing any disruption in preventive measures.
The coordinated response highlights Cuba’s integrated approach to disease management, combining scientific expertise with guaranteed resource allocation to combat mosquito-borne illnesses effectively.