Dengue Cases Surge in Negros Occidental: 214.29% Increase in 8 Months of 2024

Dengue fever has seen a significant surge in Negros Occidental, with a staggering 214.29% increase in cases from January 1 to August 31, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023. According to the Provincial Health Office (PHO), a total of 3,234 cases were reported, including nine deaths, with the majority of cases concentrated in the western part of the province. The top 10 local government units with the highest number of cases are Hinoba-an, Bago City, Sipalay City, Talisay City, Sagay City, San Carlos City, Kabankalan City, Silay City, Cadiz City, and Cauayan.

Key Takeaways:

Dengue cases in Negros Occidental increased by 214.29% in the first eight months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
A total of 3,234 dengue cases were reported from January 1 to August 31, 2024, with nine deaths.
The 1- to 10-year age group has the highest number of dengue cases, with patients' ages ranging from zero to 92 years.
The top 10 local government units with the highest number of dengue cases are Hinoba-an, Bago City, Sipalay City, Talisay City, Sagay City, San Carlos City, Kabankalan City, Silay City, Cadiz City, and Cauayan.
The Provincial Health Office (PHO) has encouraged Negrenses to follow the 4S strategy to prevent dengue fever, which includes Search and destroy mosquito breeding places, Self-protection measures, Seek early consultation for fever lasting more than two days, and Say no to indiscriminate fogging.

Statistics:

214.29% increase in dengue cases from January 1 to August 31, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023.
Total of 3,234 dengue cases reported from January 1 to August 31, 2024.
9 deaths reported due to dengue fever in the same period.
1- to 10-year age group has the highest number of dengue cases.
The top 10 local government units with the highest number of dengue cases have a total of 1,929 cases.

Sources:

Provincial Health Office (PHO), Negros Occidental
Department of Health