Panama is experiencing a rise in dengue fever cases, with 5,318 cases reported through epidemiological week 29. The Ministry of Health (Minsa) reports a particularly high impact on children between the ages of 10 and 14. Currently, 628 hospitalizations and 16 deaths have been linked to the mosquito-borne illness. An additional 36 cases have been classified as severe. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and implementing preventative measures, though the outbreak continues to pose a significant public health concern, especially for young people. The data underscores the importance of continued vigilance and mosquito control efforts throughout the country.