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Bridging the Gaps in Dengue Control in Latin America: Multisectoral Strategies from an Expert Panel
Carlos Espinal Tejada1, Marisa Aizenberg2, Zulma Cucunubá3
1Department of Global Health, Robert Stempe, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33174, USA.
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|June 25, 2026
Summary
Latin America faces growing dengue challenges. A multidisciplinary task force identified key barriers like insecticide resistance and health system weaknesses, proposing strategies for improved dengue control and prevention.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Tropical Medicine
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Dengue presents a significant and growing public health challenge across Latin America.
- The Americas Health Foundation (AHF) convened a regional meeting to address these escalating issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the dengue landscape in Latin America.
- To identify barriers hindering comprehensive dengue control and prevention efforts.
- To develop a strategic blueprint for advancing dengue management in the region.
Main Methods:
- A multidisciplinary Latin America Dengue Task Force of arbovirus specialists convened.
- Participants reviewed dengue-related issues, including vaccination, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, vector control, environmental factors, and policy frameworks.
- A narrative review approach was used to summarize findings and expert guidance.
Main Results:
- Key barriers identified include underreporting, insecticide resistance, health system weaknesses, fragmented surveillance, financial/political constraints, and socioeconomic drivers.
- Actionable recommendations were developed for optimizing surveillance, prevention, and diagnosis.
- Improved stakeholder coordination strategies were outlined.
Conclusions:
- Integrated dengue control requires addressing multifaceted barriers including health system limitations and socioeconomic factors.
- Strategic recommendations focus on enhancing surveillance, prevention, and diagnosis for effective dengue management.
- Enhanced regional collaboration is crucial for advancing dengue control in Latin America.
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