Quezon province reports 2,276 dengue cases, 12 deaths through August

LUCENA CITY — Quezon province has recorded 2,276 dengue cases and 12 fatalities from January through August 22, reflecting a substantial improvement in controlling the mosquito-borne illness, health authorities said.

The Quezon Provincial Health Office cited the decline as a positive development in ongoing disease surveillance and prevention measures. The 38% reduction in cases during the comparable period of the previous year demonstrates gains in community awareness and vector control initiatives across municipalities and cities in the province.

The death toll of 12 represents a fatality rate consistent with typical dengue outcomes, though provincial health officials have not detailed the demographics or circumstances of these deaths. The cases have been distributed across Quezon's various jurisdictions, with health authorities continuing to monitor trends and strengthen response protocols.

The improvement reflects coordinated efforts by the provincial health office, municipal health units, and community organizations in implementing mosquito abatement programs and public education campaigns. Health officials have urged residents to maintain preventive measures, including eliminating standing water where dengue-carrying Aedes mosquitoes breed, particularly during rainy seasons that typically see increased transmission rates.