A chickenpox outbreak in a Trinidad and Tobago prison has infected 79 people, with 29 in isolation and 43 recovered as of Jan. 10, 2026.

A chickenpox outbreak at Trinidad and Tobago’s Arouca Maximum Security Prison has affected 72 inmates and seven staff since November 11, 2025, with 29 inmates in a containment unit and 43 cleared and discharged as of January 10, 2026. The prison implemented hourly sanitization, medical screenings, isolation for 21 days, and provided vaccines and protective gear. No cases have spread to other facilities. The Prison Officers’ Association criticized outdated infrastructure and staffing, citing risks to safety and symptom concealment, while prison officials confirmed containment efforts with support from health authorities.