Wednesday, 27 March 2024
MEDIA ADVISORY
Virtual press briefing: Dengue and other health issues in the Americas
WHEN: Thursday, March 28, 11:00 am EST (Washington, DC Time).
SUBJECT: In 2023, the Region of the Americas experienced the highest number of dengue cases since records have been kept, with 4.5 million cases, including 7,665 severe cases and 2,363 deaths.
In 2024, with over 3 million cases as of 25 March, the region reached another record number of cases. Most cases have been reported in Brazil (81%), followed by Paraguay (6%), Argentina (3.4%), Peru (2.6%) and Colombia (2.2%).
PAHO is working together with Ministries of Health in two main areas: mosquito control and the prevention of deaths.
HOW: Via ZOOM, pre-registration required: https://paho-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VHtPmjquShmKfSG8wSGxkg#/registration
Questions can be submitted prior to the briefing via email at mediateam@paho.org.
WHO:
- Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, Director, PAHO
- Dr. Rhonda Sealey-Thomas, Assistant Director, PAHO
- Dr. Sylvain Aldighieri, Director, PAHO's Department for the Prevention, Control and Elimination of Communicable Diseases
- Dr. Daniel Salas, Executive Manager, PAHO's Special Program for Comprehensive Immunization
NOTE TO JOURNALISTS
Please ensure you have downloaded the latest Zoom version and register with your name and media outlet.
Kindly note that only questions from media outlets will be taken. After registration, you should receive an email confirmation and the final link to join the press briefing.
Questions can be submitted in advance and live during the press briefing by raising your hand or by using the Q&A button.
Please connect at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the press briefing. If there are connection issues, please note that the press briefing will also be broadcast on YouTube (PAHO TV).
Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese and French.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Luciana Viegas: + 1 202 981-8455
Sebastián Oliel: +1 202 316-5679
Ashley Baldwin: +1 202 340-4025
mediateam@paho.org
www.paho.org
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) works with the countries of the Americas to improve the health and quality of life of its population. Founded in 1902, it is the world’s oldest international public health agency. It serves as the Regional Office of WHO for the Americas and is the specialized health agency of the Inter-American system.
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