Dengue Cases Surge in Soccsksargen Region: 32 Deaths and 9,042 Cases Reported as of June 15

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The Soccsksargen Region in the Philippines has experienced a significant surge in dengue cases, with 32 deaths reported and 9,042 cases recorded from January 1 to June 15. This marks a 44% increase in cases compared to the same period last year, when there were 6,275 reported cases. North Cotabato has been particularly affected, with the highest number of dengue deaths (15) and cases (3,541) reported. The regional Department of Health (DOH-12) office has urged the public to take prevention measures, including destroying dengue-carrying mosquitoes' breeding grounds and practicing the 4S strategy: search and destroy, seek early consultation, self-protection measures, and say yes to fogging during outbreaks.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Soccsksargen Region recorded 32 deaths due to dengue and 9,042 cases from January 1 to June 15, marking a 44% increase in cases compared to the same period last year.
  • North Cotabato has the highest number of dengue deaths (15) and cases (3,541) reported, followed by South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Gen. Santos City, and Sarangani province.
  • Gen. Santos City has experienced a 29% decrease in dengue cases compared to the same period last year, while North Cotabato has seen a 126% increase in dengue cases.
  • The regional DOH-12 office has urged the public to take prevention measures, including destroying dengue-carrying mosquitoes' breeding grounds and practicing the 4S strategy.
  • The number of dengue cases in the region is no longer following the reported cyclical pattern of every three years, making prediction of cases rise and fall unpredictable.

Statistics:

  • 32 deaths due to dengue reported in the Soccsksargen Region from January 1 to June 15.
  • 9,042 cases of dengue reported in the Soccsksargen Region from January 1 to June 15.
  • 44% increase in dengue cases compared to the same period last year (6,275 cases).
  • 15 deaths reported in North Cotabato, highest in the region.
  • 3,541 cases reported in North Cotabato, highest in the region.
  • 126% increase in dengue cases in North Cotabato from January 1 to June 15.
  • 11 dengue patients have died in Cotabato City from January 1 to June 23.
  • 504 cases of dengue referred to the Cotabato Regional and Medical Center (CRMC) from January 1 to June 23.
  • 10 dengue patients are still admitted at the CRMC, including 1 adult and 9 toddlers.

Sources:

  • Roxfrestopher Boholst, DOH-12 mosquito-borne disease coordinator