# Peru Exceeds 89,000 Dengue Cases, 101 Deaths in 2026

> Peru reports 89,353 dengue cases and 101 deaths in 2026 as Áncash confirms third fatal victim.
- Title: Peru Exceeds 89,000 Dengue Cases, 101 Deaths in 2026 · Infobae
- Summary: Peru reports 89,353 dengue cases and 101 deaths in 2026 as Áncash confirms third fatal victim.
- Keywords: dengue, áncash, minsa, casma, hospital regional eleazar guzmán barrón, fiebre amarilla, zika, chikungunya, mayaro, peru-noticias, Infobae
- Source: Infobae — https://infobae.com/peru/2026/11/09/peru-supera-los-89-mil-casos-de-dengue-y-registra-101-fallecidos-en-2026-ancash-confirma-su-tercera-victima-mortal-por-la-enfermedad
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- Topics: dengue, áncash, minsa, casma, hospital regional eleazar guzmán barrón, fiebre amarilla, zika, chikungunya, mayaro, peru-noticias, news
## Chimbote Alert
Chimbote enters alert after confirming third fatal dengue victim.
## Áncash Third Fatality
A 42-year-old woman from Yaután died after dengue complications in Casma.
## Family Claims Medical Negligence
Her husband claims medical negligence after she was discharged despite ongoing symptoms.
## Hospital Transfer Crisis
Family transferred her to hospital after she showed severe breathing difficulties but arrived without vital signs.
## National Dengue Surge
Peru reports 89,353 dengue cases and 101 deaths in 2026, a 172% increase from 2025.
## Regional Health Response
Áncash health officials confirm third fatal dengue case after 11-year-old and elderly victim deaths.
## Healthcare System Strain
Casma hospitals face overcrowding as severe dengue cases require transfer to Chimbote hospital.
## Dengue Transmission Explained
Aedes aegypti mosquito transmits dengue, yellow fever, Zika, chikungunya, and mayaro.
## Prevention Measures
Eliminate standing water, use mosquito nets, and seal containers to prevent dengue transmission.
## Climate Impact
Heavy rains and high temperatures boost mosquito breeding, increasing dengue risk.
## Key takeaway

Peru recorded 89,353 dengue cases and 101 deaths in 2026, with Áncash confirming its third fatal case.