Tobago has recorded its first dengue case for 2024.

According to the THA’s Division of Health, confirmation of the case came on July 5th.

It notes that the standard response for dengue cases will be carried out by the Public Health Services Department.

The Vector Control Unit will conduct inspection of the home of the positive case, as well as all residences within a 100 metre radius, to check for and remove any mosquito breeding sites.

Additionally, indoor residual spraying at the residence of the case and all residences extending 100m outwards will be carried out.

This case comes amid reports that a Fyzabad teenager became T&T’s latest dengue death for the year.

Meanwhile, a UNC MP is urging government to ask PAHO for technical assistance in combatting dengue in T&T.

Dr Rishad Seecheran made the suggestion at a media conference yesterday during which he claimed that doctors and Insect Vector officials have indicated a lack of resources.

The Caroni East MP believes PAHO has the necessary expertise and also recently gave an account of the government’s performance regarding baby deaths at the Port of Spain hospital.