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Indonesia Committed to Reach Zero Dengue Fever Case in 2030

By Admin INP Kamis, 19 Juni 2025 Pengunjung (104) 2 Mins Read
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inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. The Indonesian government reaffirmed its commitment to achieving the target of zero dengue deaths by 2030.

The Head of Indonesian Pediatrician Association (IDAI) of West Java, Anggraini Alam, emphasized the importance of education and vector control as part of the National Dengue Control Strategy.

"The implementation of 3M Plus and innovations such as Wolbachia and vaccination are important pillars to reduce the risk of recurrent dengue infections that have the potential to be more severe," said Anggraini in her statement on Tuesday (6/17/2025).

In line with Anggraini, the Head of the Coordinating Work Unit (UKK) for Infections and Tropical Diseases of IDAI, Edi Hartoyo, said that the majority of dengue cases in Indonesia affect the 5-44 year age group, with the highest mortality in children aged 5-14 years.

"This shows the importance of early protection, including with dengue vaccination," said Edi.

He added that Indonesia recorded the highest burden of Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) in Asia due to dengue. Therefore, according to him, comprehensive preventive measures, including complete immunization according to the dosage, are very important to reduce the severity and spread of infection.

Meanwhile, pediatrician consultant for infections and tropical diseases, Djatnika Setiabudi, explained that vaccines have been proven to reduce global mortality rates by 3.5 to 5 million people per year and are an important effort in controlling diseases, including dengue.

Dengue cases in Indonesia in 2024 reached 257,455 cases with 1,461 deaths, the highest since 2016. Meanwhile, until May 16, 2025, there were 56,269 cases with 250 deaths spread across 456 districts/cities.

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