Dengue Cases Surge in Quezon City and the Philippines

Strategic Insights -

The Philippines is experiencing a significant rise in dengue cases, with Quezon City recording over 7,000 cases from January to August this year, representing a 151% increase compared to the same period last year. This alarming trend is attributed to various factors, including the incessant rains brought by several weather systems, which have increased the breeding sites of mosquitoes. The Department of Health (DOH) has also noted a 2% increase in dengue cases across the country, with 15,161 cases recorded from July 20 to August 2, 2025.

Key Takeaways:

  • Quezon City has recorded 7,084 dengue cases from January to August 22, a 151% increase compared to the same period last year.
  • The city's chief epidemiologist, Dr. Rolly Cruz, attributes the rise in dengue cases to increasing breeding sites of mosquitoes due to rainfall and cyclones.
  • Almost half of the dengue patients in Quezon City are school-age children, with an average age of 11 years.
  • The DOH has noted a 2% increase in dengue cases across the country, with 15,161 cases recorded from July 20 to August 2, 2025.
  • The DOH has opened dengue fast lanes in all its hospitals to provide immediate medical attention to symptomatic patients.
  • Schools and houses in areas with large population density, such as Batasan Hills, Payatas, and Commonwealth, are most affected by dengue cases.
  • Residents are urged to clean their houses and seek medical attention once they experience dengue symptoms such as fever, stomach ache, bleeding, vomiting, and fatigue.

Statistics:

  • 7,084 dengue cases in Quezon City from January to August 22.
  • 99% increase in dengue cases in Quezon City compared to 2024.
  • 151% increase in dengue cases in Quezon City compared to the same period last year.
  • 2% increase in dengue cases across the country.
  • 15,161 dengue cases recorded from July 20 to August 2, 2025.
  • 14,909 dengue cases logged from July 6 to July 19, 2025.
  • 471 cases logged for the past two weeks in Quezon City.

Sources:

  • An interview with dzMM Teleradyo on Sunday, where Dr. Rolly Cruz discussed the rise in dengue cases in Quezon City.
  • A news article by the Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday, which noted a 2% increase in dengue cases across the country.
  • A previous news article by the DOH, which mentioned that dengue symptoms include fever, stomach ache, bleeding, vomiting, and fatigue.