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With the heavy rain and expected flooding brought about by Tropical Storm Enteng, the Department of Health issued a public health advisory against Leptospirosis.
“Madumi ang tubig baha. Iwasan hanggat kaya. Hugasan ang katawan ng tubig at sabon pagkaahon. Anuman ang dahilan, basta napalusong, kahit walang sugat o nararamdaman, kumonsulta agad sa doktor o health center sa loob ng 1-2 araw,” he warned. As of August 17, 2024, a total of 3,785 cases have been recorded nationwide, 5% higher than the 3,605 cases reported in the same period last year.
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