Ho Chi Minh City is battling a surge in dengue fever, with 5,228 cases reported so far, including a concerning 1,430 infections in just the last week. It’s a reminder that mosquito-borne illnesses aren’t just a tropical vacation worry-thay’re a growing public health challenge.
Dengue Fever cases Spike in Vietnam’s Largest City
A recent increase in cases prompts health officials to monitor key wards and communes.
- Vietnam has seen a important rise in dengue fever cases in 2025.
- Three wards in Ho Chi Minh City are experiencing particularly high incidence rates.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a travel notice due to increased dengue cases in multiple countries.
- Early detection and preventative measures are crucial to controlling the spread of the disease.
What are the symptoms of dengue fever? Dengue fever can cause flu-like symptoms, including high fever, severe headache, muscle and joint pain, rash, and sometimes bleeding. While most cases are mild, severe dengue can be life-threatening.
The Ho Chi Minh City Center for Disease Control (HCDC) identified Binh hung Hoa, Tay Nam, and An Nhon Tay as areas of particular concern, with incidence rates exceeding 100 cases per 100,000 people. These areas are receiving focused attention from public health authorities.
Dengue fever is transmitted through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes. These mosquitoes are most active during the day, making preventative measures like using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing essential.
Travelers to areas with active dengue transmission are advised to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. This includes using EPA-registered insect repellents, wearing long sleeves and pants, and staying in accommodations with air conditioning or window screens.
The situation underscores the importance of ongoing surveillance and mosquito control efforts to protect public health.
