DOH reports drop in leptospirosis cases at NKTI

On Wednesday, the DOH reported a decrease in leptospirosis cases at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute following recent flood-related surges.

DOH Undersecretary Mary Anne Palermo-Maestral stated that there were zero admissions for leptospirosis at NKTI over the past three days.

Palermo-Maestral noted that many patients have been discharged, leaving only minimal cases in recovery at the facility.

Leptospirosis is caused by exposure to contaminated water and can lead to symptoms such as fever, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue.

The DOH recorded 2,396 leptospirosis cases nationwide from June 8 to August 7, 2025, prompting hospitals to implement surge plans and expand bed capacity.

Several Metro Manila hospitals reported an influx of patients due to flooding caused by the Southwest Monsoon and tropical cyclones, leading the DOH to identify additional hospitals for overflow patient accommodation.