The rapid increase in dengue cases poses significant risks to public health systems, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing conditions, face heightened risks of severe illness and death. In 2024 alone, over 12,000 dengue-related deaths were reported globally. The disease's spread to previously unaffected areas, such as parts of Europe, underscores the growing threat of vector-borne diseases in a warming world. Health systems in low-resource settings are particularly strained, with limited diagnostic and treatment capabilities exacerbating the crisis.