Dengue outbreaks
Current outbreaks
| Location | Confirmed cases | Probable | HHS | Date declared | Date data updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville City LGA | 12 | 4 | Townsville | 19 February 2025 | 15 April 2025 |
Dengue virus type 2 has been detected in the majority of outbreak cases (62%). This outbreak was declared in February 2025, with cases experiencing illness onset between 24 December 2024 and 20 March 2025. A public health response including vector control and public health messaging has been implemented and is ongoing.
Symptoms and prevention
Dengue outbreaks can occur annually in north and central Queensland and residents need to be vigilant to ensure dengue mosquitoes are not breeding on their property.
Typical symptoms of dengue fever can include sudden onset of fever, extreme tiredness, intense headache, muscle and joint pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, rash, minor bleeding from the nose or gums and/or heavy menstrual periods.
Symptoms can range from mild to severe.
Anyone with these symptoms should see their GP immediately to discuss the need for a dengue fever test.
Queensland Health has comprehensive dengue management plans to manage cases and outbreaks of dengue.
Contact your local public health unit for information about previous outbreaks.