The Department of Health (DOH) reported a significant increase in dengue and leptospirosis cases in the National Capital Region (NCR) compared to previous years.
According to DOH data, there are currently 24,232 dengue cases recorded in Metro Manila from January 1 to October 26. The said figure is 34.47 percent higher in comparison to the same date last year, and 53 percent higher in comparison to the last five years.
The Health Department noted that dengue cases in Manila have reached its alert threshold, indicating its urgent response along with the local government unit (LGU).
Most cases were recorded in Quezon City while Pateros had the highest attack rate, which measures the proportion of people who become ill after being exposed to a disease over a specific disease.
Meanwhile, leptospirosis recorded a total of 2,734 cases in Metro Manila from January 1 to October 26. This figure is 90.92 percent higher in comparison to the same date last year, and 159.64 percent higher in comparison to the last five years.
Quezon City again had the highest leptospirosis cases while the municipality of Pateros had the highest attack rate.
The DOH advised the public to practice the 4s strategy (Search and destroy, Self-protection, Seek consultation, and Support fogging activities) to prevent dengue, as well as to avoid floodwaters, seek medical help for early symptoms, and support community efforts to prevent leptospirosis.
