Health
Flu and gastroenteritis rise monitored in Dominica
Dominican health authorities report a significant increase in flu and gastroenteritis cases, especially among children and immunocompromised groups, prompting heightened monitoring and public health m
Dominican health officials are closely monitoring a marked rise in influenza and gastroenteritis cases across the country, with particular concern for children and people with weakened immune systems. The Ministry of Health has deployed additional medical supplies and reinforced messaging on hand hygiene, staying home when ill, and safe food and water practices to curb transmission. Clinics and hospitals are being bolstered to manage higher patient volumes, and local surveillance teams are tracking clusters and trends in real time. Public information campaigns urge residents to seek care early if symptoms worsen and to avoid overwhelming the system.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Dominica
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 09:13 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 09:13 UTC
- Source
- Dominica Ministry of Health
- Connected threats
- Not provided