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Dengue: A Year-Round Threat in the Philippines by Valyn Encarnacion is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the rising threat of dengue in the Philippines. It reports that the number of dengue cases has increased 35.7% this year compared to last according to the Department of Health. Dengue is now considered a year-round risk rather than just a rainy season disease. While there is a dengue vaccine, it does not guarantee protection against the disease but can help limit severe cases. Prevention through environmental clean-up and removing mosquito breeding grounds remains the most effective a
- Author
- Valyn Encarnacion
- Language
- EN