The number of confirmed dengue cases in Tonga has reached 53 this year.
The ministry of health says there are also another 385 suspected cases of the disease.
The ministry says it's continuing with preventative measures including chemical spraying of every case household and surrounding areas, public awareness programs, community cleaning and the distribution of mosquito nets.
The Asian tiger mosquito is one of the vectors responsible for transmitting dengue fever. Photo: SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
