DENGUE SUMMIT. Panel of experts discussing dengue and its prevention during the 8th Asia Dengue Summit at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Quezon City. The health experts agreed that vaccination is an effective control measure for dengue outbreaks, alongside vector surveillance, vector management, vector control, patient education, and disease management.
MANILA – The number of dengue cases worldwide has doubled to over 14 million in 2024 with Asia accounting for 70 percent of the global burden, according to a scientific working group.
In the Philippines, there is a growing number of dengue cases. “Dengue is preventable and with scientific innovation, the right strategies, and strong community partnerships, achieving zero dengue deaths is achievable,” an expert remarked during a press conference at the 8th
