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Dengue

Dengue is a viral disease that has seen a significant surge in cases in the Philippines, with over 110,000 reported nationwide from January to May 2025. The Department of Health (DOH) is intensifying efforts to combat dengue through community engagement and preventive measures like cleanliness campaigns and early medical consultations. The country hosts the Asia Dengue Summit in June 2025 to address strategies for reducing dengue cases and deaths across Southeast Asia.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sun, August 10, 2025 at 4:10 PM

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Recent developments on Dengue

Fri, September 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM

Mandaluyong intensifies anti-dengue drive amid 110K national cases

Mandaluyong City is intensifying its anti-dengue measures in response to a nationwide surge in cases.

Sat, July 26, 2025 at 6:42 PM

DOH sees slight rise in dengue cases due to rains

The Department of Health (DOH) reported a slight increase in dengue cases, with numbers rising from 8,233 between June 1 to 14 to 10,733 from June 15 to 28.

Fri, July 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Takeda awaits PH FDA nod for dengue vaccine Qdenga

Takeda Pharmaceuticals, the maker of the dengue vaccine Qdenga, is awaiting approval from the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after submitting all required information.

Mon, June 30, 2025 at 4:34 PM

DOH warns of rise in rainy season illnesses

The Department of Health (DOH) is warning of an increase in illnesses commonly seen during the rainy season, referring to them as WILD (water-borne diseases, influenza-like illness, leptospirosis, and dengue).

Fri, June 20, 2025 at 7:07 PM

DOH reports 123K dengue cases, says situation manageable

The Department of Health (DOH) reported 123,291 dengue cases nationwide from January 1 to June 7, but stated that the situation is currently manageable.

Mon, June 16, 2025 at 7:22 PM

Zero dengue deaths by 2030 attainable

A scientific working group has declared that achieving zero dengue deaths by 2030 is attainable through scientific innovation, strategic planning, and community collaboration.

Mon, June 16, 2025 at 2:39 PM

Experts urge better vector control amid dengue vaccine absence

Experts are advocating for enhanced vector control measures as the Philippines currently lacks a dengue vaccine.

Thu, June 5, 2025 at 9:53 PM

DOH records over 110,000 dengue cases nationwide

The Department of Health (DOH) has recorded 110,221 dengue cases nationwide from January 1 to May 10, 2025, with 437 deaths.

Thu, June 5, 2025 at 3:20 PM

DOH-MMCHD steps up anti-dengue drive in schools, communities

The Department of Health-Metro Manila Center for Health Development (DOH-MMCHD) is intensifying its anti-dengue campaign in schools and communities throughout June, which is Dengue Awareness Month.

Mon, June 2, 2025 at 10:36 AM

VP Duterte calls for unity vs dengue amidst impeachment trial

Vice President Sara Duterte urged Filipinos to unite in combating the spread of dengue during Dengue Awareness Month, even as she faces an impeachment trial.