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DOH warns vs. expected rise in PH leptospirosis cases
The Department of Health (DOH) is now on alert for a projected rise in leptospirosis cases in the country following weeks of heavy rains and floods due to three tropical cyclones and the Southwest Monsoon or Habagat.
DOH: Leptospirosis cases on the rise
MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Health (DOH) said there was an increasing number of leptospirosis cases in the Philippines amid persistent rains brought by the southwest monsoon and recent storms.From July 13 to July 31, 2025, the DOH recorded 569 cases, with three health facilities each reporting between 19 and 32 cases—the highest in the country during this period.Leptospirosis is commonly transmitted through exposure to contaminated flo…
DOH on alert for rise in leptospirosis cases after heavy rains
The Department of Health (DOH) is closely monitoring a possible increase in leptospirosis cases following weeks of heavy rains and widespread flooding brought by three tropical cyclones and the Southwest Monsoon or Habagat. In an advisory, the DOH said it has recorded a total of 3,037 leptospirosis cases from January 1 to July 19, 2025. …
The Department of Health (DOH) is on alert for the expected increase in Leptospirosis cases in the country. This follows the continuous rains caused by typhoons and the southwest monsoon in recent days. According to the DOH, As of July 13, there have been 31, 569 recorded cases of leptospirosis in hospitals. In this regard, the DOH advises those who wade into flood waters to monitor themselves for symptoms. And even if there are no symptoms and …
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