Dengue fever highest in Philippines

Through the first 2 months of this year, there have been almost 19,000 people infected with the dengue fever virus nationwide. This number is 13.2 percent higher compared to the same period last year.

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The Philippines has the highest level of dengue in southeast Asia. While the risk of exposure for travellers will vary from place to place, all travellers to areas where the dengue fever virus is active can reduce their risk of exposure by taking all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Many persons with dengue fever do not seek medical care and are not reported to health authorities. There may be many more cases in the community than the reports indicate.