In a concerning development, the Department of Health (DOH) has reported a significant increase in pertussis cases across the Philippines. From March 10 to 16 alone, 28 new cases were recorded, bringing the total count to a staggering 568 from January 1 to March 16. What’s even more alarming is that among these cases, 40 … Read more
Iloilo City is currently grappling with a concerning health crisis as it finds itself in the grip of a pertussis outbreak, commonly known as whooping cough. This alarming situation has prompted the local authorities to take decisive action by declaring a state of calamity. The move comes following a recommendation from the City Disaster Risk … Read more
On Thursday, March 21, 2024, the Quezon City government issued a declaration of a Pertussis outbreak, commonly known as whooping cough, following the alarming surge of reported cases in the city. From January to March 20, 2024, a total of 23 cases have been recorded, prompting authorities to take immediate action to curb the spread … Read more