Exploring the Differences between Malaria and Dengue Since both are common and well known tropical diseases, malaria and dengue are often mentioned in the same breath but are vastly different diseases. For one, Malaria and dengue are usually not found in the same locations. While dengue is predominantly found in urban areas, malaria is not….
It seems that Dengue fever is becoming a big problem in Metro Manila. Dengue cases in Caloocan City has shot up at an alarming rate as it already listed 994 victims with seven deaths. The number of victims rose more than fivefold from last year when the city had 187 cases. Records from the Department…
Update: The Department Of Health (DOH) reported that from January to August 5, 2008, the incidence of Dengue increased by more than 100%, compared to last year. Is there a river, canal, puddle of water, grassy lots in your area? Are you anywhere near a stack of old tires, garbage pile and discarded coconut shells?…