The Philippines is currently experiencing a significant surge in leptospirosis (bacterial disease) cases, with the total number of infections surpassing 2,000.
Leptospirosis
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Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by the Leptospira bacteria. It is also known as Weil''s disease , after the one who first recognized the disease.
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by the Leptospira bacteria. It is also known as Weil''s disease , after the one who first recognized the disease.
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"The DOH epidemiologists continue to be cautious in interpreting trends as there may be late reports," DOH spokesperson Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo said. Leptospirosis Cases Strain Manila Hospitals
The incubation period of leptospirosis ranges from two to 30 days, with a clinically observed average of seven to 14 days. At least two government hospitals in Metro Manila have expressed concern over the rising number of leptospirosis patients, forcing them to set up additional wards to accommodate more patients, especially those requiring dialysis.Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease affecting humans and animals. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), humans get infected through direct contact with the urine of infected animals or with a urine-contaminated environment.
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A quick, inexpensive, and easy-to-use leptospirosis test strip kit developed by researchers helps lower the risk of disability from internal organ failure and death.
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On July 24, Metro Manila and many parts of the country were underwater due to the continuous rainfall dumped by a typhoon and enhanced southwest monsoon.
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Mumbai Floods: 4 Die of Leptospirosis, Latest Victim 17-year-old
Leptospirosis has taken four innocent lives so far. The Mumbai floods have facilitated the disease to spread across various parts of the city.
Leptospirosis has taken four innocent lives so far. The Mumbai floods have facilitated the disease to spread across various parts of the city.
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Leptospirosis Claims 16 Lives In Mumbai, Marginal Increase In H1N1 Cases
Delay in diagnosis and treatment has emerged as a primary cause behind lepto deaths. So doctors are instructed to test all fever cases for leptospirosis.
Delay in diagnosis and treatment has emerged as a primary cause behind lepto deaths. So doctors are instructed to test all fever cases for leptospirosis.
