Philippines declares national dengue epidemic

Health authorities declared a national dengue epidemic after over 100,000 cases and 622 deaths from January to July. The declaration allows local governments to access funds to combat the outbreak. Efforts include campaigns to destroy mosquito breeding sites. Dengue, a mosquito-borne viral infection, causes symptoms like joint pain, high fevers, and rashes. Severe cases can lead to breathing problems and organ failure. There is no specific treatment, but maintaining fluid levels is critical. A vaccine, Dengvaxia, was banned in the Philippines after several deaths during a 2017 immunization campaign.

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