Quezon City has recorded nearly 7,000 dengue cases so far this year, a dramatic 155% surge compared to year-ago figures along with 23 total deaths, the local government’s health officials said.
According to the latest bulletin from the Quezon City Epidemiology and Surveillance Division (QCESD), a total of 6,872 dengue cases were logged from January 1 to August 18, 2025. The case count includes delayed reports and validated cases.
Almost half of the cases involve children 10 years old and below at 3,407. Those aged 11 to 20—bulk of which are made up of adolescents and young adults—followed with 1,957 cases.
Individuals aged 21 to 30 logged 750 cases, while those 31 years old and above had 758.
The 23 deaths due to the mosquito-borne disease were recorded as of August 18, 2025.
The QCESD bulletin did not provide exact numbers for the year-ago reporting period, but highlighted the 155% increase as it called for vigilance against the dengue.
The Department of Health (DOH) recently warned against a possible surge in rainy season illnesses, including dengue, as persistent rains and flooding hit many parts of the country.
Last Saturday, the DOH reported that dengue cases from July 13 to 26 rose slightly compared to the previous reporting period, with a total of 15,091 cases logged.
The DOH said the increase came as the country felt the effects of Tropical Cyclones Crising, Dante, and Emong, along with the Southwest Monsoon or Habagat.
Health authorities have advised the public to take precautions against dengue by keeping their surroundings clean and free of mosquito breeding sites. Water containers such as buckets, vases, tires, bottles, and gutters should be emptied or covered to prevent the accumulation of stagnant water where mosquitoes lay eggs.
The public has also been urged to consider wear pants or long-sleeve shirts, use insect repellents, and stay vigilant during early mornings and late afternoons when dengue-carrying mosquitoes are most active. Strengthening immunity through proper nutrition and hydration was also encouraged.
The Quezon City government stressed the importance of early consultation. Those experiencing fever, severe headache, rashes, or other dengue-like symptoms were advised to immediately visit the nearest health center or hospital for proper medical attention. — Sherylin Untalan/ VDV, GMA Integrated News
