The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines reports a 'concerning rise' in dengue cases this month, with nine local government units (LGUs) experiencing surges. Quezon City has declared a dengue outbreak as cases continue to climb. While the DOH notes a decrease in the Case Fatality Rate (CFR), they urge the public to take preventive measures such as seeking early consultation, eliminating mosquito breeding sites, and using insect repellent. The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) assures that sufficient blood supplies are available for those affected by the disease.
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“Kakaiba ang nakita ngayon ng Department of Health na pagtaas ng bilang ng mga kaso ng dengue. Pangkaraniwan dapat mga bandang June onwards pa lang kung kailan tag- ulan ang pagtaas ngunit ngayon pa lang as of February 1, 2025 nakapagtala na tayo ng 28, 234 na kaso,” DOH Asec. Albert Domingo said. Despite the upward trend of dengue cases, the DOH logged a decrease in the Case Fatality Rate as of February 1 with a CFR of 0.35 percent, compared to last year’s higher CFR of 0.42 percent in the same period.
The DOH continues to remind the public to seek early consultation, search and destroy mosquito breeding sites, use self-protection by applying anti-repellant lotions and wearing long sleeves and pants when possible, and support fogging in hotspot areas. “I always remind everyone that the Red Cross is ready to provide blood anytime, anywhere—libre at laging may dugo sa Red Cross. With the rising demand for blood, especially as dengue cases increase across the country, we are committed to ensuring that every hospital has the supply it needs to save lives,” said Gordon.
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