Lawmaker urges intensified anti-dengue efforts

Lawmaker Alfred delos Santos urged government agencies and local government units to intensify efforts against dengue through clean-up drives, awareness campaigns, and medical preparedness.

Delos Santos emphasized that collective action, including maintaining cleanliness and vigilance for early symptoms, is crucial for protecting families and communities.

He also called for increased government funding for research into dengue vaccines and improved mosquito control methods.

House Deputy Majority Leader Janette Garin highlighted vaccination as a key strategy in addressing the rise of dengue cases.

Both officials stressed the urgency of the situation, calling for swift government response and community cooperation to prevent further infections and save lives.