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Dengue Fever in Philippines (Update)

14 August 2012

As of 14 Jul 2012, the Department of Health (DOH) has recorded 51 597 dengue fever cases in the Philippines since the beginning of the year (2012), which is 16% higher than the same time period last year (2011).

According to statistics from the (DOH), 328 dengue fever related deaths have been registered countrywide in 2012.

Advice for Travellers

Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, by covering up with clothing, the use of bite avoidance measures such as repellent and bed nets is advised. Elimination of breeding sites around hotel rooms/houses is advised for longer term stays.