The Department of Health (DOH) reports a significant surge in dengue cases nationwide, reaching 76,425 from January 1 to March 15. This figure represents
The Department of Health reports a significant surge in dengue cases nationwide, reaching 76,425 from January 1 to March 15.- Advertisement -
While the case fatality rate remains below 1%, CALABARZON, the National Capital Region, and Central Luzon are experiencing the highest case counts, primarily affecting children aged 14 and below. The DOH further said severe symptoms like stomach pain, bleeding, vomiting, and weakness in fatal cases, and urges the public to eliminate mosquito breeding sites. The agency have also deployed test kits and mandated government hospitals to reactivate dengue fast lanes.Earlier, the DOH said it expects dengue infections to further rise by the second half of 2025.
DOH Secretary Ted Herbosa said the cycle of an increase in dengue cases occurs every three to five years primarily because of the different serotypes of the virus that circulate. “The last outbreak we experienced was in 2019. Then COVID came and since that time we haven’t logged an outbreak yet. It’s 2025 so we are actually due for an increase in dengue cases this year,” Herbosa said.With the country entering the warm and dry season, he said that a decrease in infections could be expected.
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