Dengue incidence in Baguio City rises by 646% in 2024

BAGUIO City—Health officials here reported that dengue cases in the city increased by 646 percent last year compared to the 2023 figure. Kimberly Sibayan,

BAGUIO City—Health officials here reported that dengue cases in the city increased by 646 percent last year compared to the 2023 figure.

Among the top ten city barangays with reported dengue cases last year were Irisan, Bakakeng Central, Asin Road, Pacdal, Camp 7, Bakakeng Norte/Sur, Sto. Tomas Proper, Loakan Proper, San Luis Village, and Gibraltar. The people were reminded to keep their residences and premises clean by getting rid of the breeding sites of dengue-carrying mosquitoes, such as clear and stagnant water to avoid an outbreak that might compromise their health.

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