Dengue cases surge in Negros Occidental and Bacolod

Dengue cases in Negros Occidental and Bacolod City have surged significantly this year. From January 1 to March 8, there were 1,256 cases and six deaths, a 412.65% increase from 245 cases during the same period last year. Bago City reported the highest number of cases at 254, followed by La Carlota and Kabankalan with 95 each. Bacolod City had 199 cases and one death, marking a 161.8% rise from last year's 76 cases. Local health authorities are conducting operations to eliminate mosquito breeding sites and have established dengue fast lanes in hospitals for quicker treatment. The Department of Health is urging the public to enhance dengue control measures.