Dengue Deaths

Honduras has confirmed five deaths from severe dengue in 2026 and is investigating another potential fatality, according to health authorities.

Honduras has confirmed five deaths from severe dengue in Olancho, Choluteca, and the capital, with health authorities investigating a possible sixth fatality of a 19-year-old from Roatán whose case evaluation will take two to three weeks.

Honduras has recorded 7,151 dengue cases through epidemiological week 31, with three women reported dead from the disease, two in Choluteca and one in Olancho.

Honduras's health ministry confirmed the deaths of two children—ages 6 and 16—from dengue in Choluteca, bringing the country's 2026 dengue death toll to three, as health authorities urge early medical care and mosquito-breeding prevention.

Health Ministry authorities confirmed two dengue-related deaths in Choluteca department.

Honduras health authorities confirmed two additional deaths from severe dengue, bringing the year's total to three fatalities from the virus.