Flu-like cases, dengue lower from Jan. 1 to 18

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday reported lower cases of influenza-like illnesses and dengue nationwide from January 1 to 18.

In a message to reporters, DOH Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Albert Domingo said a total of 5,789 cases of ILI have been recorded in the country as of January 18 — 54 percent lower compared to the 12,620 in the same period in 2024.

Only one death was recorded, which is 96 percent lower compared to the 26 logged for the same period in 2024.

The top six causative agents are Influenza A, Influenza B, rhinovirus, enterovirus, respiratory syncytial virus, and adenovirus, the DOH said.

Meanwhile, a total of 10,842 cases of dengue have been recorded as of January 18. It is 8 percent lower compared to the 11,781 cases recorded for same period in 2024

Twenty-one deaths were logged which is 50 percent lower compared to the 42 deaths recorded for the same period in 2024.

The DOH noted that late consultations and reports are possible for both diseases. (PNA)

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