A village in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, has taken an innovative approach to fight against the recent surge in dengue cases by offering a token bounty to residents for captured mosquitos - dead or alive. This strategy comes in response to the growing concern following a dengue outbreak declaration in the nearby city of Quezon, where cases have been on the rise.
According to health department statistics, the Philippines has recorded a 40% increase in dengue cases this year compared to the same period last year, with at least 28,234 cases reported up to Feb. 1. The outbreak in Quezon City, which led to 10 deaths out of 1,769 infected residents, prompted the village of Addition Hills to intensify its efforts in combating the disease.
