62 dengue cases reported in QC from January 1 to 8, 2026 —LGU

Quezon City had 62 dengue cases on the first week of 2026, the local government unit said, according to a report by Carlo Mateo on Super Radyo dzBB on Sunday.

The figures are from January 1 to 8, the Quezon City Epidemiology and Surveillance Division said Friday.

The tally of 62 dengue cases is lower by 85% than the tally in the same period in 2025, it added.

District 2 had the most number of dengue cases at 25.

Most of the patients, or 44 of the total cases, are aged 20 years old and below.

No death has been reported due to dengue this year, the LGU said.

The Quezon City Epidemiology and Surveillance Division advised the public to be vigilant and adopt the following measures to prevent contracting dengue:

- Search and destroy drums, water tanks, pails, and other containers that may collect water and serve as breeding ground for dengue-carrying mosquitoes.

- Self-protection measures such as wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, using mosquito nets, and using anti-mosquito spray or mosquito repellant are encouraged.

- Seek medical attention at the nearest health center if there are symptoms of dengue such as fever, headache, and stomachache. 

Free dengue test and checkup are available at health centers, the Quezon City Epidemiology and Surveillance Division said. —KG, GMA Integrated News