Zero dengue deaths eyed by 2030

Zero dengue deaths eyed by 2030

MANILA, Philippines — Health professionals are committed to combating dengue and are aiming to have zero deaths related to the illness by 2030.  The Philippine Medical Association (PMA), part of the Empowering Networks to Defeat Dengue coalition, reaffirmed its pledge on Thursday to mark the first anniversary of the group. The doctors underscored the importance of preventing dengue cases in the country, which can ultimately lead to deaths.  PMA …