DOH reports 14038 dengue cases; warns of possible increase due to cyclones

The Department of Health (DOH) has reported over 14,000 dengue cases recorded between October 12 to 25, 2025, urging the public to maintain clean surroundings and seek early medical attention.

A total of 14,038 dengue cases were logged during the two-week period, which is an 8 percent decrease compared to the previous two weeks.

Health officials noted that these cases were recorded before the landfall of tropical cyclones Tino and Uwan, which could potentially increase mosquito breeding grounds due to accumulated water.

The DOH observes that dengue cases, along with influenza-like illnesses, tend to increase during the rainy season and the 'ber' months.

Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa emphasized that the primary solution to reducing dengue cases is through vector control, which involves decreasing the mosquito population.