The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday said it observed an increase in leptospirosis cases in some areas in Region II, Region VIII, the Cordillera Administrative Region, and the National Capital Region.
According to data from the DOH, there were 631 leptospirosis cases reported from January 1 to May 7 — 6% higher compared to cases during the same period last year.
According to the DOH, weekly cases were lower at the start of the year. However, cases increased by 193% from March 13 to April 30 compared to last year, as the DOH recorded 338 cases.
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