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Leptospirosis cases here decreased by 75 percent from January to mid-August this year compared to the cases during the same period in 2023, records of the City Health Office on Wednesday showed. Only 16 cases, including six deaths, were reported in the entire 34 reporting weeks in 2024, compared to the previous year’s 66 cases, with 12 deaths. In an interview, city health officer Dr. Ma. Carmela Gensoli said an intensified information campaign played a huge role in bringing down the cases.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection caused by leptospira spirochetes bacteria contracted through the urine of infected animals, especially rats. Since exposure to flood waters can cause infection, Gensoli said awareness prevents a person from wading in to avoid contracting the illness. “They are now aware that they should not wade in floodwaters, but if they are staying in a flooded area, they have to wear boots and other protective gear,” she added.
Leptospirosis Information Drive Disease Prevention Public Health Campaign
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