DOH intensifies anti-dengue efforts amid surge

The Department of Health (DOH) is intensifying its efforts against dengue infections as part of Dengue Awareness Month this June, with over 110,000 cases reported nationwide from January to May 10, 2025.

Regional Director Lester Tan emphasized the need for community involvement in preventing dengue through cleanliness and timely medical consultation if symptoms arise.

The DOH recorded a total of 19,083 dengue cases in Metro Manila from January 1 to May 17, marking a 224 percent increase compared to the same period last year.

On Thursday, the DOH led the commemoration of Dengue Awareness Month at Esteban Abada Elementary School in Quezon City, installing Insecticide-Treated Screens (ITS) and ovitraps in classrooms, and urging schools to use 'Magtaob, taktak, tuyo, at takip' to eliminate possible larvae areas.

The DOH reported 437 dengue-related deaths nationwide, mostly affecting children aged five to nine, highlighting the vulnerability of younger populations due to lower immunity.