The Department of Health warned schools that despite the fuss about A (H1N1), they should never forget the dangers poised by water-borne diseases. DOH cautioned school officials to be vigilant against the so-called WILD diseases during the rainy season.
These diseases include Water-borne diseases, Influenza, Leptospirosis and Dengue (WILD), all of which cause more deaths and diseases than A (H1N1).
DOH is intensifying its campaign against dengue in anticipation of the increasing number of cases from June until the end of the year. This campaign advocates the Four-S strategy against dengue: Search and destroy mosquito breeding sites, Self-protection, Seek early consultation and Saying Yes to fogging only during outbreaks. (PIA)
