Stories from Nouméa · New Caledonia

Health officials report over 504 dengue cases in New Caledonia during the current month. The outbreak is impacting regional exchanges between Wallis and Futuna and New Caledonia. Experts note that approximately 75% of cases are asymptomatic, which complicates surveillance and monitoring efforts. Approximately 75% of cases involve asymptomatic transmission, which complicates containment efforts.