Dengue Outbreak in the Philippines
A village in the Philippines is offering a reward to residents for captured mosquitoes in an effort to combat the dengue outbreak. Dengue cases have increased by 40% compared to last year, leading to concerns about the potentially deadly viral infection.
Key Points
- Dengue cases have surged in the Philippines this year
- Residents receive a reward for captured mosquitoes
- Concerns about the potential spread of the viral infection
Pros
- Innovative strategy to combat dengue outbreak
- Involves community participation in disease control
Cons
- Risk of people breeding mosquitoes for the reward