DOH reports sharp drop in leptospirosis cases nationwide
Leptospirosis cases in the Philippines have dropped sharply to just 18 new cases from August 17–21, down from over 1,000 the previous week, according to the…
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Altar boy who searched for detained father dies of leptospirosis
A 20-year-old altar boy who died of leptospirosis after searching through floodwaters for his detained father was laid to rest, as his death and the arrest’s…
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DOH opens leptospirosis fast lanes as cases surpass 2,300 nationwide
The Department of Health (DOH) has opened leptospirosis fast lanes in 19 public hospitals nationwide as cases exceed 2,300 since the start of the rainy season.…
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Leachon: Leptospirosis surge a wake-up call
Dr. Tony Leachon called the surge in leptospirosis cases a "wake-up call" for public health reform, urging swift action from the DOH and President Marcos to…
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Tragedy strikes as son dies of leptospirosis while looking for detained dad
A 20-year-old man from Manila died of leptospirosis after wading through floodwaters to find his missing father, who was later discovered detained by police…
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DOH on alert as leptospirosis cases top 500 after floods
The DOH recorded 569 cases of leptospirosis from 13 to 31 July following heavy rains and flooding due to cyclones and the southwest monsoon. The agency warned…
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Iloilo logs first leptospirosis fatality
Symptoms typically appear within two weeks of exposure and may include fever, chills, muscle pain and headaches.
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Manila warns vs leptospirosis
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DOH notes rise in leptospirosis cases
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Leptospirosis cases in Phl drop by 77%
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DOH warns of leptospirosis threat amid heavy rains
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Prioritizing health, bringing compassionate service to the poor
“As we strive to improve the country’s public health programs, we also continue to deliver other services to our fellow Filipinos in need.
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