Dengue

The Department of Health warns that the Philippines could face an early and severe dengue outbreak in 2025 due to climate change and rising case numbers, with densely populated regions like Calabarzon, Metro Manila, and Central Luzon already seeing a significant increase. From January to April, recorded cases have surged by 78%, prompting health officials to urge the public for early medical attention and cleanliness to prevent mosquito breeding grounds.

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Last updated at April 23, 2025.

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DOH reports 23% drop in new dengue cases, credits community efforts

The Department of Health (DOH) reported on Thursday that new dengue cases nationwide have decreased by 23 percent from March 16 to 29 compared to the previous period.
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Quezon City dengue cases drop 90% from Feb to April

The Quezon City government reported on Sunday that dengue cases have declined by 90 percent from February to April 2025.
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DOH reports surge in dengue cases: 76,425 from Jan-Mar, up 78%

Dengue cases in the Philippines from January 1 to March 15, 2025, have surged to a total of 76,425, marking an increase of 78% compared to the same period last year.
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DOH urges public to intensify anti-mosquito efforts before rainy season

The Department of Health (DOH) is urging the public and local government units to intensify efforts against mosquitoes before the rainy season to prevent a surge in dengue cases.
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Quezon City reports 12 dengue deaths, 3,234 cases; early care crucial

The Quezon City government reported 12 dengue-related deaths from January 1 to March 5, 2025, marking a 500% increase compared to the same period last year.
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DepEd monitors dengue cases, implements DOH's 5S strategy

The Department of Education (DepEd) is monitoring 124 dengue cases reported in the National Capital Region, Central Luzon, Calabarzon, and the Cordillera Administrative Region.
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San Juan launches citywide cleanup to fight dengue

The local government of San Juan launched a citywide cleanup drive on Saturday, March 1, aimed at combating rising dengue cases in Metro Manila.
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Calabarzon tops dengue cases with 10,759, DOH sees 64% increase year-to-date

As of February 28, 2025, Calabarzon recorded the highest number of dengue cases with 10,759, followed by Metro Manila and Central Luzon, marking a 64% increase in total cases to 52,008 from January 1 to February 22 compared to the same period last year.
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Cavite declares 23 areas under alert due to surge in dengue cases

Cavite province has declared 23 areas under alert due to a significant rise in dengue cases this year.
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Valenzuela reports 96% drop in dengue cases

The Valenzuela City government reported a significant decrease in dengue cases, marking a 96 percent reduction compared to the same period last year.
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