THE Department of Health has announced a decrease in the number of cases of dengue, year on year. From January 1 to May 20, 2017, there were 35,973 reported dengue cases – a 31.8% drop, compared to the same period last year.

The announcement was made last week, as the country joined its Southeast Asian neighbors in marking the 7th ASEAN Dengue Day, observed yearly on June 15.

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