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Dengue fever cases in Indonesia have skyrocketed by a staggering 200% in 2024, leaving healthcare facilities overwhelmed. By April, over 621 dengue deaths had been reported, highlighting the urgent need to contain the spread of this mosquito-borne viral illness.

In a relentless surge of scorching temperatures, Southeast Asia faces an unprecedented heatwave that is disrupting lives and livelihoods. Malaysia mourns the tragic heat-induced death of a three-year-old child, the second heat-related death this year. Meanwhile, Vietnam grapples with devastating agricultural droughts caused by the heatwave, and the Philippines sees schools close as temperatures hit a staggering 42 degrees Celsius.

The Philippines is currently experiencing a scorching heatwave, with the state weather bureau raising alarms over “danger” level heat indexes reaching up to 51 degrees Celsius in nine critical areas.

As the effects of El Niño bring soaring temperatures, senior citizens find themselves particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. In response, health experts advocate for increased awareness and proactive measures to protect this demographic. 

  Maria Rosario Vergeire, the Department of Health-Universal Health Care (UHC) service cluster undersecretary, has stated a comprehensive approach to…

Malaria cases are rising in Malaysia, despite lower prevalence rates in other parts of Asia. Data suggests climate change and other factors are contributing to this upswing.