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I. Situation Overview
On January 2024, Regional Dengue Disease Surveillance Report presented that Mosquito-borne diseases were reported in Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).
Mosquito-borne diseases are transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes and include Zika virus, West Nile virus, Chikungunya virus, dengue, and malaria. While some individuals may not show any symptoms after a mosquito bite, others might experience mild, short-term illnesses. In rare cases, these diseases can lead to severe or long-term health complications, and in the most serious cases, they can be fatal.
Following the report, a significant increase in mosquito-borne illnesses in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) was observed from February to July 2024. In response to this surge, the Cordillera Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) raised the alert level to Blue. This elevated alert status was implemented to ensure heightened vigilance, improve bio surveillance, and facilitate a coordinated response to effectively mitigate the spread of dengue and other mosquitoborne diseases.
Source: DSWD Field Office (FO) CAR and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
II. Status of Affected Areas and Population
A total of 5,971 persons are affected in 376 barangays in Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) (see Annex A).