There were 132 new cases of dengue fever reported between 4 and 10 May 2026, indicating that dengue transmission continues in Samoa.

According to a Ministry of Health report, 132 new cases were reported, representing a 33 per cent decrease compared with the previous week.

Seven new hospital admissions were recorded, with no ICU admissions and no deaths reported during the week.

DENV-1, a strain of dengue, accounted for 54 per cent of the transmission, while DENV-2 accounted for 46 per cent.

According to the data, transmission remains widespread across Upolu (64 per cent) and Savai‘i (36 per cent).

Children under 15 years (74 per cent) remain the most affected. Since 1 January 2025, a total of 18,888 clinically diagnosed cases and 5,428 laboratory confirmed cases have been reported, with the cumulative number of dengue-related deaths remaining at nine.

Health authorities continue to promote community awareness, vector control measures, and early healthcare seeking for suspected cases. The blue alert for DENV-1 and DENV-2 remains in effect.

Meanwhile, New Zealand reported six confirmed imported dengue cases between 9 and 15 May. Among confirmed cases, five had returned from Samoa, and one from New Caledonia. Tonga also reported cases of dengue.

According to the Ministry of Health, the best way to combat dengue is to prevent mosquitoes from breeding, which can be done by cleaning and removing containers or items that can hold water, clearing blocked drains, and regularly cleaning the surrounding areas.