QUEZON City has declared a dengue outbreak following a sharp increase in cases, prompting Mayor Joy Belmonte to mobilize resources to curb its spread.
From January 1 to February 14, 2025, the City Epidemiology and Surveillance Division (CESD) recorded 1,769 dengue cases—a nearly 200 percent rise from last year.
Most affected are children, with 58 percent of cases involving those aged 5 to 17 and 44 percent aged 1 to 10.
Reports also said that 10 QCitizens, including eight minors, have succumbed to the disease.
To address late diagnoses, all 66 QC Health Centers will remain open on weekends, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering free dengue test kits.
Fever express lanes have been set up in health centers and hospitals for prompt attention. Barangay Spraying Teams, guided by Sanitary Inspectors, are conducting fogging and larviciding in affected areas.
Residents are urged to wear protective clothing, use mosquito repellent, and eliminate stagnant water where mosquitoes breed. Awareness campaigns and barangay briefings are ongoing.
“If you experience symptoms like fever, headaches, or joint pain, visit the nearest health center immediately,” Belmonte urged.
The city remains vigilant in protecting its residents, especially children, from dengue.
