DOH intensifies ‘zero-dengue’ strategy

The Philippines has joined other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in urging the public to strengthen the fight against dengue as part of the commemoration of Asean Dengue Day. This is observed every June 15 based on the declaration of Asean Health Ministers during their meeting held in Singapore on July 22, 2010.

This year, the Department of Health (DOH) Bicol Region office led efforts to promote the local Asean Dengue Day with its theme focusing on “Search [and destroy mosquito breeding places] and Seek [early consultation].” The event focused on the two core actions of the 4S strategies for effective dengue prevention and control program.