The 4S stands for search and destroy mosquito breeding sites; secure self-protection; seek early consultation; and, support fogging or spraying in areas with increasing cases to prevent an imminent outbreak.
“We also encourage our LGUs to invest in policies to support financially our responses to dengue,” Natalaray added.
Other activities done by DOH 6 include the re-orientation of health workers on revised dengue clinical case management, vector control and surveillance strategies, and allocation of dengue NS1 test kits to LGUs for prompt diagnosis.
She also pointed out the strengthening of early detection and consultation to diagnose patients for proper medication having in mind that several diseases have similar symptoms, especially dengue and other diseases emerging during the rainy season.
Meanwhile, other than dengue, the health department also cautioned the public of other diseases that emerge and increase in cases during this season to include water-borne diseases like diarrhea, influenza-like illnesses, and leptospirosis.
To prevent such diseases, Natalaray reminds the public to ensure clean drinking water, proper hygiene, and wear proper protective gear when descending flood waters and during rains. (AAL/FRG/PIA6)
