As It Happens: National dengue epidemic
The Department of Health has declared a national dengue alert, noting there were 106,630 cases recorded from January 1 to June 29 this year. The DoH declared for the very first time a National Dengue Alert today. The health department said there are 106,630 cases from Jan 1 to Jun 29 this year, 85% higher compared to the same period last year. Despite this, it doesn't mean there is a national epidemic. @bworldph pic.twitter.com/rWY6I5EDjY — Gillian Cortez (@gmcortez_) July 15, 2019 This was 85% higher than in the same period last year, DOH also says. Ang Dengue ay nakamamatay...