Live
- Muzigal launches its State-of-the-art Music Academy in Nallagandla, Hyderabad
- Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for Every Loved One
- South Korea: Finance minister silent on martial law probe amid speculation on acting president's role
- Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar Vows To Pursue Justice Against CT Ravi
- Stands By Vijayaraghavan Amid Row Over Remarks On Gandhis
- Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Denies Recording Controversial Exchange
- Lexus India to Redefine Luxury Mobility at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
- Hindustan Zinc Supported Farmers Achieve INR 5 Cr Revenue Through Five Farmer Produce Organizations
- Nearly 10 lakh job letters issued under Rozgar Mela since 2022: PM Modi
- Harish Rao Criticizes Congress Rule and Revanth Reddy’s Leadership in Warangal
Dengue cases in the Philippines reach 136,161, with 364 deaths
Dengue cases in the Philippines surged to 136,161 from January to August 3 this year, with at least 364 deaths, the country's Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday.
Manila: Dengue cases in the Philippines surged to 136,161 from January to August 3 this year, with at least 364 deaths, the country's Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday.
"Fewer deaths continue to be recorded this year despite the rising number of cases," DOH spokesperson Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo said, Xinhua news agency reported.
He attributed the relatively lower number of deaths this year to "people seeking early consultation and hospitals doing better management."
Domingo urged the public to be vigilant, reminding them that dengue cases "are still on an uptrend."
Dengue is endemic in the Philippines. Water-borne infectious diseases, including dengue, usually peak at the start of the rainy season from July to October due to fluctuating weather conditions, flooding, and accumulation of contaminated water.
Dengue mosquitos breed in stagnant water, like water-filled containers, and in some plants, such as bananas.
