São Paulo is facing an alarming increase in dengue cases this year, with four deaths already confirmed since the beginning of 2024. The cities of Pindamonhangaba, Bebedouro and Guarulhos recorded deaths resulting from the disease, while the capital of São Paulo saw a 350% increase in cases in just 30 days, compared to the same period the previous year.
In response to the critical situation, the state government opened the Emergency Operation Center, led by the Department of Health and with the collaboration of seven other departments, to coordinate efforts to combat dengue. The acting governor, Felício Ramuth (PSD), announced the allocation of R$200 million in resources destined directly to the affected municipalities, leaving it up to them to decide where to invest the funds.
Despite the 60% increase in cases compared to 2023, the number of deaths decreased significantly, going from 24 to just four, a reduction of around 80%. The Department of Health is intensifying actions to combat the transmitting mosquito, with more than 125 thousand home visits carried out, nebulization in 1,200 residential areas and guidance provided to more than 85 thousand people.
This Tuesday (6), the state government launched the Dengue Monitoring Panel, a platform that provides real-time information on cases registered in São Paulo. The system allows access to data such as reported, under investigation, confirmed and discarded cases, in addition to providing information on serious cases and deaths caused by the disease.
According to state authorities, the system offers filtering options by date, municipality and epidemiological surveillance group, being administered by the state and fed by city halls, responsible for testing, results and filling out the notification system. The initiative aims to provide accurate and updated data to assist in decision-making and the effective fight against dengue in São Paulo.
