👉 Nicaragua has faced significant health challenges, particularly with infectious diseases, which have been exacerbated by factors such as poverty, limited healthcare infrastructure, and political instability. One of the most pressing issues is the high prevalence of malaria, transmitted by mosquitoes, especially in rural areas where access to preventive measures like insecticide-treated bed nets and antimalarial drugs is limited. Additionally, cholera outbreaks have occurred, often linked to poor sanitation and inadequate water supply, particularly in urban centers and following natural disasters or conflicts. The country also struggles with other infectious diseases such as dengue fever and leptospirosis, which are spread through mosquito bites and contaminated water, respectively. Efforts to combat these infections are hindered by resource constraints, but international aid and local health initiatives aim to improve surveillance, treatment, and prevention strategies.
